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What is the Purpose of the Ego?

The other day, someone asked me, ‘What is the purpose of the ego?’ At the time, I gave my standard explanation, about how the ego is the center of our attachments, the home of resistance and identity. I explained that duality resides in the ego, and that all emotions rise from challenging the ego and its power. To read the full explanation, check out this post. But after the conversation ended, I felt frustrated. The explanation I gave didn’t satisfy me, or even the person I was talking to. As I cleaned up the kitchen, I couldn’t help but wonder if there was more to the ego than I originally defined, and if there was a greater purpose than what I could see. Cut to me scavenging the internet, looking at various descriptions of what the ego is and why it exists. This quote…

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Reincarnation Theory: Part One

The concept of reincarnation can be challenging, especially if you grew up in a religious household. I grew up in a Christian household, and until very recently the concept of reincarnation was foreign. This post is not meant to change anyone’s minds. Instead, I am hoping to share my point of view on a very subjective and intricate topic. Growing up as a Christian, I never questioned my belief in the fact that we only have one life to live. I also never questioned that we need to use this life to earn our salvation. I never questioned it, that is, until I went through a period of existential depression. Often, our lowest moments open us up to a new level of awareness. As Einstein said, you cannot solve a problem in the same level of consciousness that it was created. This period of…

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