Every step on the inner path, however seemingly small, Ann K Gryczan Do you know that even in horrible situations, the ego is having a great time? At our expense, I might add. And its pursuit of pleasure entices us in directions we don’t really want to go. Read on to find out how you can know what the ego’s pleasure is in any situation so you can take the power out of it and let it go. How to Know What the Ego is Getting Out of Any Situation (Especially “Bad” Ones) These directions are especially useful for personal relationships, but they apply to any situation, person, group or the world in general. Take very brief notes as you follow these steps (the ego/mind is very good at covering up every step we take on the way to getting its number):
These can seem like crazy ideas, but the ego/mind thrives on negativity so its pleasure in something painful won’t necessary make sense at first. Very important: Let whatever answers you get be okay! Remember you are not the ego, you are the light of life itself and knowing what the ego is up to will help you remember that. Common Pleasures for the Ego/Mind in So-Called Bad Situations
There are myriad possibilities but they all have a common denominator: the ego is gaining power and control. That is just what egos try to do. And it is good to know what the ego is up to because when we don’t, we are aligning with it and letting it use our life energy to grow stronger. Which is easy to do! The ego’s story is always very compelling and emotionally satisfying and it can be easy to get drawn into it. Remember to write down the ego’s pleasure once you’ve got a sense of it. How to Let Go Now that you have an idea of the ego’s pleasure – even a little, you know its position – and knowing its position gives you a choice. The door of the cage is open – freedom is yours if you choose. It takes great humility to let go of a position, but there is nothing better for clearing up your problems and remembering who you really are. A position is a stance the ego is taking to get the most out of a situation – like being right or a martyr. Remember, you are not the ego – egos love things like vengeance and being right, and they love to be victims and poor things. They love all their games. But we are not the ego and we can always choose to not play. Here’s How
The Key to Letting Go The key to letting go is to be totally fine with the ego being mad, a victim, envious, hating everyone, being wounded and all the rest. Of course it loves all that yummy stuff! Does a dog love a bone? All ego positions are really fun and satisfying for the ego, and we feel that way too as long as we’re aligned with it. That is only natural. So the key is to be okay with the ego/mind feeling however it does, but at the same time, to remember we are not the ego and not go along with its games. We’re the ones ultimately in charge of the actual behavior, right? Walk Away This is a lot like walking away from a video game, chocolate cake or any pleasure when you feel really hooked on it. Walk away. Consciously choose love over the ego’s pleasure. It can feel hard at first, yet remembering your true dedication in life will give you the power you need. It will also help you realize that the ego’s position is what is in the way of love, not whatever another (or the world) has done to you. Realize You Have Changed The original situation has changed now because you have changed; you are not participating with the ego in the same way and you can see things in a new light. You chose to stand in the light of your being over aligning with the ego/mind – even if just for a moment, or even if it seemed you were just saying the words but not feeling it. This is the most powerful choice you can make in your life; and every time you do it strengthens your ability to so so again. The more you remember your true dedication and turn away from the ego/mind, the more you remember who you are and the way of purpose, peace and happiness.
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This is a blog for those who travel an inner path, seeking truth, beauty and the source of being.
Here are ideas and practices to help and encourage the traveler, and to address the obstacles that we, as students of consciousness, inevitably encounter. Everything you find here you can do at anytime and take as far as you want.
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