Self-esteem is important in human life, but the effect of ego can be destructive. It is a mental disorder that negatively affects the thinking and behavior of the person. When we achieve success in any field, often we start thinking ourselves better than others. This illusion of superiority gradually turns into ego, and as long as we understand it, a lot is lost. Ego not only harms others, but also affects the person itself badly. In this article, we will know how ego causes destruction, its examples, effects and measures to avoid it.
Difference between ego and self-esteem
Self-esteem makes the person humble and gives him confidence. In contrast, the ego makes the person blind and stubborn. When we start considering ourselves superior to others, then this is ego, not self -respect.
Ravana's collapse
Ravana was a scholar and great warrior in the Ramayana, but his ego forced him to kill Sita, resulting in destruction.
Duryodhana's insistence and ego
The entire Kaurava dynasty was destroyed due to Duryodhana's arrogance in the Mahabharata. Shri Krishna tried to convince him, but he did not listen to a single thing.
Hitler and dictatorial ego
Hitler's dictatorship thinking and racism pierced the whole world into war. His end was also sad and derogatory.
Signs of ego
Egoistic person cannot tolerate criticism and tries to degrade others. He does not accept his mistakes and gradually becomes alone.
The result of this is that the person becomes hollow from inside, and has a negative effect on his career, relationship and social status.
Condition
Talk to yourself every day and see if your behavior is hurting someone.
Attention
Regular attention calms the mind and removes negative tendencies like ego.
Practice humility
Give importance to the thoughts of others and serve.
Study religious texts
Read the thoughts of Bhagavad Gita and Osho, who help to get out of the ego.
In the Bhagavad Gita, Shri Krishna says: “Ego, anger, greed – These are the three gates of hell. Avoid them.”
Gautama Buddha said: “It is because of the ego that man is unable to see the truth.”
Osho says: “Where 'I' ends, the ultimate truth begins.”