The Ego is the Part of the Self that Craves Recognition, Power and Separation.
It Is Not Evil, but It Must Be Balanced.
In Native American Teachings, We Are Reminded That We Are Not Above or Below Anyone or Anything . We Are Part of the Circle, Not the Center of It.
To Control the Ego Is to Step Back into Humility. It Is to Realize That True Strength Is Quiet and That Real Wisdom Is Willing to Be Corrected.
The Ego May Speak Loudly, but the Spirit Whispers Truth. Listen for the Whisper.
The Ego Builds Walls; the Spirit Builds Bridges. When You Control Your Ego, You Become a Vessel for Truth, Love and Service. You Do Not Need to Win, Be Right or Prove Yourself - You Only Need to Walk in Balance and Respect.
“I Am Guided by Spirit, Not Ego. I Choose Humility, Balance and Truth.”
Many Native American Ceremonies Begin with Humbling the Self through Smudging, Prayer and Asking Permission from the Ancestors. This Practice Helps to Quiet the Ego and Center the Heart.
Hold a Cup of Water. Whisper to It: “Wash Away My Pride. Bring Me Clarity and Humility.” Drink Slowly, Visualizing the Water Cleansing You of Self-Importance and Filling You with Grounded Peace.
“Creator, Help Me to See Myself Clearly. Teach Me to Walk in Humility and Speak with Honour. Let My Ego Be Small So That My Spirit May Be Strong. Aho.”
Pause Before Speaking Today. Ask Yourself: “Is This My Ego or My Spirit Speaking?” Let That Question Lead Your Words and Actions.
“Dabaadendiziwin” — Humility. One of the Seven Sacred Teachings. Humility Reminds Us That We Are Not More Important Than Anyone or Anything.
Where Has My Ego Led Me Away from Peace or Connection? How Can I Return to My Center? How Does It Feel to Release the Need to Be Right?
Sit Quietly with Your Eyes Closed. Breathe in the Word “Humility.” Breathe out the Word “Ego.” Repeat Until You Feel Your Spirit Take the Lead Again.