More About The Ego
Some people have asked for clarification about the Ego. Here’s something that hopefully, might make it clearer and more understandable.
Imagine that long ago two countries went to war.
One was filled with excitement at the glory of victory, anticipating the spoils of victory, the access to new technologies and knowledge. They were eager to conquer the other and anticipating doubling the size of their proud nation.
They surround the enemy and set up to lay siege and eventually conquer the nations castle.
The defending country, meanwhile has been battening down their hatches. It’s Generals are rushing about making sure every possible part is protected. Orders are urgently barked and everyone is rushing to protect their homes and country. All are fearful and anxiously awaiting the impending attack. Each thinks of his or her loved ones and hopes they will get through unscathed and see off the Intruding army.
The Attacker has all to gain. The Defender can at best limit the damage.
This is the difference between the Ego and the Higher Self. The war analogy is not the best way to understand the Higher Self. While it is a great Explorer and Adventurer, it does not seek war or harm any other. However it is exactly the analogy that the Ego experiences.
The feeling of persecution and impending destruction. There is no upside to the Ego. Therefore Egoic thoughts are inherently negative.
Nothing originates from the Ego. You may want love or fame. These are ideas that in their pure and original form came from your Higher Self. However the Ego is the original hijacker. It then jumps on and diverts your original intent and distorts it a form that becomes tainted and sordid.
