Your Bodyguard
The ego is a psychological complex
Developed to keep your physical body alive
In a sense,
Your ego is your bodyguard
The bodyguard is not the Master
It’s not equipped with the skills to lead
(Vision, wisdom, purpose, beneficence)
Yet most people
Have let the bodyguard run their kingdom
The skill set of keeping the body alive,
When unchecked,
Turns into paranoia, over-analysis
And constant stress
Keeping your body alive
Also consists of,
What your ego THINKS keeps you alive
Social standing, achievements, performance, etc
The pressure on yourself
The “never good enough” feeling
The perfectionism
The constant comparison
Your ego thinks these help keep you alive
Yet its the hallmark of a bodyguard with too much power
Put the bodyguard in its proper place
It does not function well as the leader
Yet it deserves a seat at your table
Listen to its genuine concerns
Take note when necessary
But realize, its word is not law
Your word is law
Who are you?
Look deep within
Through the noise
And into the great I Am
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