Kṛṣṇa defines sacrifice in the mode of Goodness (Sattva). The motive is pure: ‘Yaṣṭavyam’—it must be done. A Sattvic person performs their duties and rituals according to the scriptures, not because they want a reward, but because it is their duty. They fix their mind on the act itself, without any ‘phala’ or fruit in mind. This is the highest form of work. It is done with ‘Manaḥ samādhāya’—a settled, peaceful mind. Because there is no greed for a result, there is no stress. The person acts as a responsible part of the cosmic order. They are not trying to bargain with God; they are trying to align with Him. This kind of sacrifice purifies the heart and brings real wisdom. It teaches us the power of ‘Duty for Duty’s sake’. When we stop asking “What’s in it for me?” we become truly free. We should try to perform our daily tasks—whether it’s a prayer or a professional duty—with this Sattvic mindset. This transforms a mundane activity into a sacred ritual that connects us to the Divine flow.