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Ego and Self -esteem: a deep analysis
Samira Vishwas | May 15, 2025 7:24 PM CST

Definition and effect of ego

The ego, which we know as the spirit of ‘I’, when balanced, promotes confidence and leads to success. But when it crosses the border, it can cause a person’s collapse. History, religion, psychology and current social perspectives all confirm that excessive ego leads to destruction.

Difference of ego and self -esteem

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The difference between ego and self -esteem is necessary to understand

Many times people consider ego to be self -esteem. Whereas self-esteem is based on self-realization, in which a person recognizes others, recognizing his boundaries and qualities. On the contrary, the ego gives the confusion to consider a person to be superior to others. When this confusion increases, a person goes away from his relationship, career, society and himself.

Religious approach: learning of Ramayana and Mahabharata

Religious approach: learning of Ramayana and Mahabharata

The results of ego are clearly visible in Indian religious texts. Ravana was a knowledgeable, powerful and rich king in the Ramayana, but his ego became his biggest weakness. He killed Sita and bought enmity with Lord Rama and eventually he was completely destroyed. In the Mahabharata, Duryodhana’s ego, malice towards the Pandavas and the longing of power ended the entire Kaurava dynasty. It is clear from these examples that when the spirit of ‘I’ increases so much that it suppresses logic, justice and sympathy – then destruction is certain.


Psychological analysis: Mental barrier when ego becomes

Psychological analysis: Mental barrier when ego becomes

From a psychological point of view, the excessive ego pushes the person to “hellcascular”. Such people do not give importance to the opinion of others, irritate them with criticism and do not accept their mistake. Gradually, their social circle starts to shrink, the relationship becomes weak and people start getting cut off from them at the workplace. According to a report, 80% of corporate failures are caused by the ego and communication of leaders. Its effect is not limited to the individual, but spreads to family, institution and society.

Ego influence in politics and leadership

Ego influence in politics and leadership

History is a witness that when the leaders took their power and post by misusing the position, the results became disastrous. Hitler, from Mussolini to Gaddafi – was a feature of all: fascination for egoism. There are many political examples in India where the downfall of big leaders was associated with the tendency not to accept their ego and criticism.


Social media and ‘Igo’ culture in modern times

Social media and ‘Igo’ culture in modern times

In today’s digital age, social media has given people a medium of expression, but has also made a ‘Igo boosting platform’. In the race of likes, comments and followers, people are getting away from their real personality. When social validation becomes the basis of self-assessment, the ego thrives rapidly-and this leads people to depression, loneliness and anger.

Then what should we do? How to avoid ego?

Then what should we do? How to avoid ego?

Self-thought and self-assessment: Ask yourself a few minutes every day-do I listen to everyone? Do I consider myself right every time?

Accept criticism: In every criticism, learning is hidden. Do not consider criticism as a personal attack.

Yoga and meditation: Yoga and meditation is necessary for mental balance. This helps you get out of the grip of ‘Ahmak’.

Practice gratitude: Remember and express gratitude to those who helped in life.

Give importance to true relationships: There will be people in your life who are familiar with your truth – do not ignore them.


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