Ego is the source of all suffering from "summary" of Summary of The Power of Now by Summareads Media
The ego, according to the teachings of Eckhart Tolle in "The Power of Now", is the primary cause of all suffering in our lives. It is the voice in our head that constantly seeks validation, control, and identification with material possessions or status. The ego thrives on comparison and judgment, always wanting to be better than others or feeling inferior to them. When we are identified with our ego, we are never truly present in the moment. We are either dwelling on past regrets or worrying about the future, missing out on the beauty and peace that can be found in the present moment. The ego creates a false sense of self that is separate from others and the universe, leading to feelings of isolation and disconnection. Moreover, the ego is insati...
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