Answer
Uncertainty arises when a person is not situated in knowledge—when one does not know what to do, is in ignorance, or remains idle without meaningful engagement. In such a state, the mind begins to worry about the future or becomes disturbed by memories of past unpleasant experiences. This creates fear and uncertainty.
However, this condition mainly exists for those who are not positively engaged in Krishna consciousness. When one is properly engaged in devotional service, there is no real scope for uncertainty, because one is situated under the protection of Krishna.
In that state, nothing can happen to the soul that will degrade it or take it to a lower condition. Rather, one continues to make steady progress in Krishna consciousness and remains under divine protection.
Therefore, the simplest solution is positive engagement. If the tongue is not engaged in any necessary service or duty, it should be engaged in chanting the holy names—“Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna…” In this way, the mind and senses are kept occupied in spiritual activity.
When there is specific service, such as answering questions or performing assigned duties, one engages accordingly. But when there is no particular engagement, chanting the holy name is the best occupation.
By such positive engagement, uncertainty is gradually removed. Otherwise, when the mind is idle, it naturally creates fear—thinking that some danger, calamity, or misfortune may occur.
The material world itself is described in the Bhagavatam as a place of danger at every step. Yet rather than trying to become secure only on the material level, one should focus on spiritual security.
Of course, basic material care such as cleanliness, order, and responsible living is necessary. But that alone is not sufficient. One must also engage in positive Krishna conscious activities so that the mind becomes peaceful and steady.
Otherwise, the materially engaged mind is always subject to fear, disturbance, and uncertainty. Even what appears to be material happiness is ultimately illusory and temporary.
Therefore, one should go beyond the duality of “material good” and “material bad” and focus on fulfilling one’s duties while remaining engaged in devotional service.
In this way, one comes under the protection of Krishna, and the mind becomes truly peaceful and fearless in Krishna consciousness.
