Krishna proves his point by showing the negative corollary. He presents a flawless, irrefutable logical sequence. For one who is 'ayuktasya' (un-united, uncontrolled, lacking discipline), there can be no 'buddhiḥ' (transcendental intellect). Without that intellect, there can be no 'bhāvanā' (meditation/steady contemplation). For one who cannot meditate or contemplate (abhāvayataḥ), there is no 'śāntiḥ' (peace). And finally, Krishna poses the ultimate rhetorical question: for one without peace (aśāntasya), where is the possibility of happiness (kutaḥ sukham)?