🌿 Let’s Begin Here
Ah, dear one, the ego is a tricky companion. It can feel like a shield protecting us, but often it becomes a veil that hides our own flaws and shadows. When anger or jealousy arise, it’s often this ego that whispers, “I am right, and others are wrong.” Yet, beneath that noise is a quiet call for self-awareness and humility. You’re not alone in this struggle — many seekers wrestle with the ego’s blinding power. There is hope, and the Gita offers gentle guidance to help us see clearly again.
🕉️ Timeless Words
अहंकारं बलं दर्पं कामं क्रोधं च संश्रिताः।
मामात्मपरदेहेषु प्रद्विषन्तः सुदुष्कराः॥
(श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता १६.३६)
English Translation:
"Those who are deluded by ego, power, arrogance, lust, and anger — who hate Me dwelling in others’ bodies — are very difficult to be reconciled with."
Meaning:
This verse reveals how ego (अहंकार) blinds us to the divine presence in others and even in ourselves. When ego dominates, it breeds anger and jealousy, making it hard to recognize our own faults or to forgive. Ego creates separation, making us blind to the truth within and around us.
🪬 Guiding Lights
- Ego is the root of anger and jealousy; it distorts our vision and clouds our heart.
- True strength lies in humility — recognizing our imperfections without shame.
- Seeing the divine spark in others helps dissolve ego’s barriers.
- Self-reflection, not self-judgment, opens the door to growth.
- Detachment from ego’s demands brings peace and clarity.
🌊 Inner Dialogues
You might hear yourself thinking, “I’m not the one at fault here,” or “They don’t understand me.” This is the ego’s voice trying to protect you from pain or vulnerability. It feels safer to blame others than to look inward. But deep down, there’s also a quiet, trembling part of you that wonders, “Am I missing something? Could I be wrong?” That gentle question is the beginning of wisdom.
📿 What He Would Say...
“My dear friend, your ego is like a mist that dims the light of your own awareness. Do not fear it or fight it harshly. Instead, watch it with kindness — observe how it rises and falls. When anger or jealousy cloud your heart, remember that I dwell in you and all beings alike. See beyond the surface. When you soften your gaze inward, you will find the humble space where your true self shines, free from pride or blame.”
🌱 A Familiar Story
Imagine a student who fails an exam and immediately blames the teacher or the test. Their ego refuses to see their own lack of preparation. But when, after some reflection, they quietly admit their part, they open the door to learning and improvement. The ego had made them blind to their role, but humility cleared the fog. Like that student, we all have moments when ego blinds us — yet every moment is a chance to choose awareness instead.
✨ Just One Step Today
Take a few minutes to quietly reflect on one moment today when your ego might have whispered defensiveness or blame. Simply notice it without judgment. This gentle awareness is the first step toward seeing yourself more clearly.
🧘 Pause the Scroll
- When have I let my ego stop me from seeing my own mistakes?
- How might I open my heart to humility and understanding today?
📢 Whisper to Share
“Ego blinds the eye, but the heart’s quiet glance reveals the truth.”
🌼 A Final Blessing
Beloved soul, your journey through anger and ego is sacred. Each step toward humility is a step into light. You are not alone, and your true self is always waiting patiently beneath the clouds of pride and blame. May you find peace in seeing yourself with gentle honesty, and may your heart grow soft and wise like the morning sun. You are deeply loved.