03-31-2011, 10:18 PM
(03-31-2011, 12:41 PM)Joseph326 Wrote: I would suggest that the ego could be equated to the individualized portion or facet of the Creator that one is experiencing the Self through. To deny or suppress the ego is to suppress a part of one's Higher Self. To live only through the ego would be to deny oneself access to the rest of the Self and the guidance that can come through it. I find it best and most healthy to allow my current personality to express itself while maintaining a close connection with my greater Self. Its similar to being in the driver's seat of the car while simutaneously existing far above the car with the view of an eagle. The link between both positions comes as feelings or intuition and prevents the ego from driving off a cliff due to its limited view. Of course, I could not actually drive the car and create/experience the journey of my choosing without that personality sitting in the driver's seat. If I figuratively lock the ego in the trunk as I see many (not specifically here) recommending, there is no one to drive the car forward.Well said.