Ego Spotter

Can you recognize an ego? Can you spot an ego on someone else? Can you spot your own ego?

We all have an ego. We like feeling valuable and important. We beam at the thought of getting recognized for something positive. There are so many ego making contributors: social status, professions/careers, material possessions, awards, promotions, bank account statements; ego makers are endless.

Where are you on the ego-meter?

We think an ego is big and cocky, right? The high and mighty opinion of self that spills flashy dialogue (of themselves) as they entertain anyone in ear shot; that’s considered an ego maniac.  But did you know that the ego is sneaky? It’s true! The ego loves to be fed…and it will get its nourishment even in small ways.

Let’s turn away from the over-sized ego that is easy to spot. Let’s turn our focus to the shy. Most people think that here is nothing wrong with being shy. Most people would rather be around a shy person than an obnoxious person. Note: Obnoxious is another form of ego.

Why is someone shy? Do they feel not worthy of contributing among peers? Do they get embarrassed easily? Do they lack social skills and feel safer being quiet? There are different assumptions to why someone is shy. However, I do know that being shy is not them, it’s their ego. A rose is a rose, so don’t be fooled.

Anytime you use an opportunity to hide from your true self is when you are feeding your ego. When you’re being flashy or when you’re being introverted, you’re displaying lack.

We are not to lack anything, because we are made whole in the images of our Lord. We are meant to be loved just as we are; there is nothing to prove, impress, or hide. We do not need to put on any mask of importance or meekness to be accepted. You are already accepted. You just have to be your true self.

This is your set free moment. Realize that you are to get your strength, love, worthiness from God. As nice as it is to have nice things (and God wants us to enjoy abundantly) it is not your source of wholeness…it is only healthy to obtain wholeness from God.

When you spot that ego, make sure you grab your spot remover…