Introduction: The Subtle Prison of Ego Ego is one of the most subtle and powerful blockages to growth. It is rarely loud in its arrival, but it seeps into our words, tones, and choices, disguising itself as self-protection. It tells us we are standing up for ourselves, even when we are simply trying to win. It convinces us we are defending our truth, even when we are merely resisting correction. The problem is not that ego exists—ego is part of being human. The problem arises when ego becomes the driver of our decisions . Instead of responding with clarity, humility, or wisdom, we react with pride, defensiveness, or the need to prove. And in those moments, ego blocks us from connection, growth, and even peace within ourselves. To understand how to stop letting ego make decisions, we must learn to observe its patterns, separate it from the voice of self-respect, and recognize when silence or surrender holds more strength than proving ourselves right. What Does Ego Look Like in Action? E...
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