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The ego seeks validation through external achievements in spiritual contexts from "summary" of Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism by Chögyam Trungpa
The pursuit of spiritual growth often leads individuals to seek validation through external achievements. This manifests as a desire for recognition, status, or accomplishment within the spiritual community. Such an attachment to external markers can create a false sense of security. Individuals begin to equate their progress with outward signs, such as accolades, titles, or even the possession of deep insights. This inclination to measure worth against external standards fosters a duality. On one hand, there is the genuine quest for understanding; on the other, the ego subtly manipulates the journey to reinforce its own i...
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