I never thought of Ego as my false self, an illusion or a reflection of my own insecurities. In my mind I’ve always thought if I kept y ego humble and in check it was/is my true self.
After reading the hand-out about one’s ego I see how wrong I was, that my ego is the lies I’ve believed about myself. In my attempt to be humble I’ve actually learned to believe the lies my ego tells me.
I’ve judged myself by what others think of me. The possessions I have and everything is about me. By what I can provide how strong and stable I can be. I’ve let ego define me and rule my thoughts and reactions/actions.
What I’m learning and going to live by.
- If I work hard and do my best then I am good enough and have purpose.
- I’m more than possessions and how much money I have/make.
- The only times I’m not good enough is when I judge myself based on what others have and think.
- The only times I fail is when I don’t try.
- I’m happy when others are doing well, even if I’m not.
- I need goals that I can do when I work hard.