I’ve had any/all types of ego-stances (persona) at certain points in my life; i’ve been overconfident, over-critical, stubborn, and deluded. But my default is a relatively weak ego-stance because of my tendency for introversion and my value for humility. Unfortunately, that’s often perceived as weakness. It can be an advantage in preventing self-delusion, but also quite a disadvantage out here in the American “social-jungle”. As far as eliminating the ego, that means eliminating your point of reference to the material world – which may be the goal for an advanced yogi, but not so practical for grocery shopping. ; P
I also believe our ego defines us. It is what makes us exist. But I think there is a fine line between the right use of it and the wrong use of it. So, yeah, I agree, for practicality purposes, we should keep it but just channel it in the right place.
I suppose I should be more accurate in my terminology in order to differentiate “ego” from self-confidence.
According to Jung, the ego has five functions: stability of personality, stability of identity, cognition, executive functioning, and reality testing. All very important in grocery shopping. 😁
Yes so many afflict and change the narrative because they can now face their own accountability.
Like certain groups and as well many heroes as I ve stated I am not now or will ever be seen as Hero.
I have absolutely no problem being what I am the Villain or aka the bad guy because I know I’m RAW , REAL
This why so many afflict accountability from the Hero to Villain because it’s all the Villain fault they are so evil” !!!
Yet if you look at many so called heroes there only a few I see as whole and most humanist
1.Wolverine one because Logan has many flaws and demons that consume him
2.Batman- Outta all the super heroes he is most human characteristics- lost his parents to violence witness their murders in front of his young eyes. That change and mold him into becoming the Dark Knight but does he always do the right thing or what is just ?
3. Spiderman- before he was bitten by radioactive spider that ended mutating his DNA and genetic sequence, he was just that nerdy kid that always got pick on then when he was infused with his powers. Peter Parker could inspire himself to be more to make world around him a better place.
Does he always do the right thing no but does the Just and righteous will to act
His Uncle Ben said this ” With great power comes great responsibility ”
This still reigns true and shows that without Accountability there is no Conviction
As Villain which I am through in and out as Joker said ” Every one goes looking for monster under the bed but the live within”
Another Joker stroke of genius is this ” Why should I apologised for the Monster you made me ”
Sometimes, you should just let things happen on their own. Too much struggle to get out also brings no good.
Obviously, not doing anything is a problem too.
I myself learned that having a ego I learned good but having a kind ego rather than a selfish one is much more important but it may differ with the environment ones in. And as I got older I realized that having joy and friendships is more important than ego is. I still have a overconfident ego but I feel the spread of kindness is much more important in life.
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I’ve had any/all types of ego-stances (persona) at certain points in my life; i’ve been overconfident, over-critical, stubborn, and deluded. But my default is a relatively weak ego-stance because of my tendency for introversion and my value for humility. Unfortunately, that’s often perceived as weakness. It can be an advantage in preventing self-delusion, but also quite a disadvantage out here in the American “social-jungle”. As far as eliminating the ego, that means eliminating your point of reference to the material world – which may be the goal for an advanced yogi, but not so practical for grocery shopping. ; P
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I also believe our ego defines us. It is what makes us exist. But I think there is a fine line between the right use of it and the wrong use of it. So, yeah, I agree, for practicality purposes, we should keep it but just channel it in the right place.
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I suppose I should be more accurate in my terminology in order to differentiate “ego” from self-confidence.
According to Jung, the ego has five functions: stability of personality, stability of identity, cognition, executive functioning, and reality testing. All very important in grocery shopping. 😁
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They are very important! Otherwise, how would I pick my tomatoes!:)
That is a good distinction to make, though!
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Definitely a stubborn ego here,lol.
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One of the lot is here in me too:)
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Well said!!👌👌
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Thank you!
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So many are consume by their ID and don’t check their super ego!!!
I do not think for a second that I know everything or that I am always right far far from it
On the other hand I do let others dictate my actions but I am very unpredictable but will always hold others to accountability
“I am the Crocodile at the water hole” E.O.S
Never forget that
I have no problem making waves or turn up the inferno when others choose Ill advise acts of cowardice.
Word to the wise ” Don’t start a inferno you can not handle ” ApeX
Slainte
Alex
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We will all approach the balanced area in terms of our ego patterns at the end.
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If we keep working on it, of course.
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Yes so many afflict and change the narrative because they can now face their own accountability.
Like certain groups and as well many heroes as I ve stated I am not now or will ever be seen as Hero.
I have absolutely no problem being what I am the Villain or aka the bad guy because I know I’m RAW , REAL
This why so many afflict accountability from the Hero to Villain because it’s all the Villain fault they are so evil” !!!
Yet if you look at many so called heroes there only a few I see as whole and most humanist
1.Wolverine one because Logan has many flaws and demons that consume him
2.Batman- Outta all the super heroes he is most human characteristics- lost his parents to violence witness their murders in front of his young eyes. That change and mold him into becoming the Dark Knight but does he always do the right thing or what is just ?
3. Spiderman- before he was bitten by radioactive spider that ended mutating his DNA and genetic sequence, he was just that nerdy kid that always got pick on then when he was infused with his powers. Peter Parker could inspire himself to be more to make world around him a better place.
Does he always do the right thing no but does the Just and righteous will to act
His Uncle Ben said this ” With great power comes great responsibility ”
This still reigns true and shows that without Accountability there is no Conviction
As Villain which I am through in and out as Joker said ” Every one goes looking for monster under the bed but the live within”
Another Joker stroke of genius is this ” Why should I apologised for the Monster you made me ”
Slainte
Alex
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Nice point of view! Everyone has reasons for why they behave the way they do and this includes heros and villians.
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Thanks I just say it how it is
You know being the Villain and all fact and logic should never be trump by emotional responses…EVER Betul
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Look forward to your next installment
Very intriguing piece indeed
Slainte
Alex
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Thank you!
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Probably one the biggest obstacles for me is trying understand and correlate with passive individuals I have no idea to relate.
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I am sometimes on that side. It happens.
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Trying to understand something you have no correlation with is like being asked to climb a mountain with rope.
I know everyone has their own versions how they see themselves and that is what creates the schism between us all.
But how others allow others to use them as whipping post and doormats do nothing to defend their meyio is beyond me.
I was always taught and had it forged inside me that when your up against you do whatever is needed to get the assignment, task , objective done.
There is a saying I created ” To get to Heaven you need to baptized in Hell” E.O.S
So if someone truly wants something whether it be ascertained success find defining moment of Greatness
Whatever it maybe if your willing to challenge and take risks to fall then you really think anyone else will help you !
“Nothing worth value should ever be given its earned period ” ApeX
Slainte
Alex
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Sometimes, you should just let things happen on their own. Too much struggle to get out also brings no good.
Obviously, not doing anything is a problem too.
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I myself learned that having a ego I learned good but having a kind ego rather than a selfish one is much more important but it may differ with the environment ones in. And as I got older I realized that having joy and friendships is more important than ego is. I still have a overconfident ego but I feel the spread of kindness is much more important in life.
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I agree. I think at some point, we often move away from our ego (separation from people around us) to the idea of a union with people around us.
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Totally agree
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