The way is the way of the Cross. It is the truth that Jesus reveals in His person and continues to reveal through his Body the Church, that is the light. It always leads us to abundant and eternal life. Perfection is abiding in Christ, seeking to be united to the Most Holy Trinity in time and eternity. Perfection means making progress.
Progress is seen as being fruitful.
And every fruitful branch the Father prunes. This pruning or purification is a constant process. God always respects our free-will. Therefore, the director should never impose his will on the directee. He should never make any decisions for the directee.