It's NOT About Getting Rid of the Ego

[Breakingthewall]

20 minutes ago, SeaMonster said:

First you need that identification (the I-thought) then something to identify with (

That's biological. it is inevitable and it is how reality is designed. if you are hungry you need to eat, if you get pricked it hurts. If you see death nearby, you panic. It is the root, the base of the code that governs life. the human ego is just a natural development from this base, but very complex

 

[SOUL]

What makes you think that 'transcending the ego' means getting rid of it?

It simply means having an awareness of and a perspective of our being that is more than just what the ego presents.

This is a common misunderstanding and the negative opinion about the ego is a popular one so just celebrate that you have finally transcended the misunderstanding about transcending the ego.

The ego may be clinging to certain things in the form of memories, ideas, emotional responses and self perceptions it identifies with that can serve you well to get rid of or change and the clinging itself may be a stumbling block to well being.

Ultimately, becoming aware of and transcending this misunderstanding is helpful, be encouraged that you have.