(What) is affliction (for one) and for the other man it is an achievement and a pleasure.

Devotee:  I have seen a man with his arm lifted all his life.


Ramana Maharishi:  That is vairagya.


Devotee:  Why should one afflict his body for the purpose?


Ramana Maharishi:  You think it is affliction whereas it is a vow and for the other man it is an achievement and a pleasure.