Babaji has recommended the reading and study of the BhagavadGita before becoming initiated. He teaches an ideal of being pure in all sphere of life that is, disciplined, honest, and sincere. Meditation and Kriya practices help in the dissolution of the mind so one may have a direct experience of the Eternal Self. " He advocates a life of renunciation of the ego and attachment. When the mind is turned inward it becomes the self; when it is turned outward it becomes ego. He teaches to destroy the ego and be happy forever. He has said the first problem is ego. Solve that and all other problems will be solved thereafter. If we want to be free, we must learn to love and forgive under all circumstances. We must not hold a grudge against anybody. When realized, we see everyone else as realized and as a manifestation of God and strive for balance physically, psychologically, and spiritually.