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How a Sound Ego Operates

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A Sound Ego A sound ego is strong one. But it’s also an ego in proper balance. We need our egos to operate in this world. But big problems occur when our egos are unhealthy. So, we need an ego that is strong, balanced, and rightly-purposed. Ego-inflation lies at the heart of most narcissism. Some … Continue reading How a Sound Ego Operates →

Pathological Pride Rejects and Blocks the Light

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Pathological pride happens when our hearts are so full of our egoic selves that there isn’t any room left for the Source.

A Healthy Ego Is Not Narcissism

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A healthy ego is ultimately all about getting the balance right. But that’s a real challenge, given the norms of our times.

Do Narcissists Really Believe They’re Always Right?

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Behaving Like You’re Always Right Most true narcissists act like they’re always right. And sometimes they can be really convincing about it. They can project a remarkably confident image. Their demeanor seems to make a statement: “I don’t just think I’m right. I know I’m right.” But do they really believe such nonsense? Most folks … Continue reading Do Narcissists Really Believe They’re Always Right? →

Adult Children of Gaslighters

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Adult children of gaslighters often have an impaired sense of self. Accordingly, such folks tend to be the covert narcissist’s favorite prey.

Becoming a Better Person – Pt 2

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Becoming a better person takes a lot of deliberate, sustained effort. And you have to have the right motivation to do the work. External pressure can lead a person to make changes that are often superficial and short-lived. Genuine, lasting changes come when the motivation is internal. That happens when a person sets pride aside and willingly embraces a higher cause.