The day began with Daaji rising early at 4 a.m., engrossed in his work on the computer. Before even stepping out of bed, he inquired about today's date, learning that it was indeed his wife's birthday, prompting him to remember and cherish the special occasion.

Later, around 10 a.m., Daaji was briefed by the Kanha team about ongoing projects. As more visitors arrived, including Manju Agarwal, daughter of Daaji's preceptor Draupadi Devi Agarwal, and practitioners from Romania, Daaji graciously accommodated everyone, including Michelle Sidwell, who introduced a guest named Shiva.

Shiva asked Daaji about departed souls. 

During the discussion, Daaji said, “Though we are in different dimensions, the one who has departed and the one who is left behind is still connected. Either you love that person so much or you hate that person so much. It doesn't matter. There is still some connection. There are still some accounts to be settled. And both happen through our letting go. 

In any relationship, you have to let go of both love and hate. Then there will be a lot of peace. On both sides. Or on all sides. My master used to say that when we are miserable and when we don't let go of that misery, then what do we learn from it? You are already suffering, so what have you to lose? Might as well take advantage of it and make it more positive by letting go of that misery.

In worldly scenarios, when something unacceptable happens, we have to make peace with it. And so is it, also with departed souls. They will be at more peace and ease if we don't trouble them so much. We need to let them be. We may tend to think that they are suffering. But in fact, it is not so. It is we who are suffering because of their absence. And in our suffering, we don't let them enjoy the freedom they are entitled to after their departure. 

So the understanding of the entire scenario is that I have to let it go, whether I like it or not, and pray that love expands even in their absence. I still cry at the loss of my father. There are troublesome nights when I feel like that. There are times when I miss my mother. During her lifetime, I don't think I ever cared. There are some things that I could have done. There are some things that I should have done. Now I remember what it was like and feel as though it was a lost opportunity.

He was questioned, “Daaji, what would you do differently today, knowing what you know today?”

Daaji replied, “I would serve her better. I should not have let the nurses and others take care of her; I should have done it myself. But she was always happy. What she wanted was my presence, which I provided in plenty but not enough. Just as we give freedom to our near and dear ones during our lifetimes, we should be liberal even after they leave. In fact, after their departure, we should accord them more freedom than during their lifetime. It's actually the departure that was chosen by their soul. Let their choice prevail.” 

Shiva said, “It is a very delicate balance, between tending to and attending to our own needs.”.

Daaji remarked. “Well, a man of compassion doesn't think of his own needs.  When you are passionate, you want others to fulfill your desires and your needs. In compassion, you sacrifice yourself for others. And that is life. That is evolution.”

Daaji then generously extended his guidance to Shiva, offering two additional meditation sessions to deepen his practice. Additionally, Daaji gifted him two books, signing them upon request.

Later, Daaji experienced shoulder pain, prompting the arrival of Sister Amy Modi, an acupuncturist, and Sister Surekha, a physiotherapist, who provided him with treatment. Feeling relieved, Daaji bid farewell to the practitioners from the US before having lunch with Sister Amy and Sister Surekha.

In the evening, Daaji invited Paridhi Ivaturi, Sarika Sonnathi, and Shalini Rajesh for a sitting at 5:30 p.m. Later, he went for a walk. However, due to returning pain, he had to cut short his walk and receive further treatment from Sister Surekha before dinner.

Later in the evening, Daaji had the pleasure of meeting with many practitioners, including Sanjay Lalbhai and Jayshree Lalbhai. His college friend, Prakash Shah, along with his spouse, also visited from Ahmedabad, reminiscing about their college days and discussing their shared interest in mudras as a healing technique. Their reunion was heartwarming, reflecting on fond memories before concluding the day with a quiet dinner at home.