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" If you want to reach a state of bliss, then go beyond your ego and the internal dialogue. make a decision to relinquish the need to control, the need to be approved, and the need to judge." ~ deepak Chopra Check yourself, before you wreck yourself how to tame your hungry ego Words by Levita Galinsky Words by Levita Galinsky The quote above resonates with most people today. We all have an ego, as this is what models our lifestyles, to a point. Our ego portrays what we put on display for people. However, what we are behind our ego is what really matters. So many of us get lost or lose our path for some time due to the sole fact that we let our ego take control for too long a time. Once the ego gets out of control, you are sure to lose your sense of self. This holiday season let us refocus our obsessing over power and money to our morals, values, and hearts. Follow these 3 steps to tame your hungry ego and awaken your true self: 1. reestablish gratitude As a society, we like to complain. We want everything in grand schemes. We want lots of money, lots of friends, and lots of material possessions --thinking this equates to happiness. It does, but only for a short period of time, only to end in more unhappiness once we realize things are that, just things. Quality trumps quantity. The latter will not bring us those heartwarming feelings we ultimately desire. Instead of comparing ourselves to everyone around us and rather than complaining about everything we do not have, which is what the ego so desperately desires, learn to be satisfied with everything that we are and everything that we have. It is a truly powerful sentiment and one that will empower us on a spiritual level. 2. remove the labels that you or society places on you It is easy to get lost once our egos chase after that job that expects us to work all day, every day and teaches us nothing. Remember, you are not your career. Your job does not define you. What defines you is how you feel about yourself. Without all of the labels, who are you? Your life experiences contribute to what your soul has accumulated over time. Learn to be in love with yourself. Every day take a look in the mirror and smile at your beautiful self. You are a divine source of life and inspiration. Admire your physical appearance and actively envision all of the positive aspects of your mind, body, and soul. 3. reconnect with your uniqueness Since the ego passionately and consistently feeds into stubborn feelings of pride, it has the ability to separate you from your genuine self. What we need to do is get in tune with our true selves. Who are we truly under these veils of egomania? Each of us is beautifully special and we all possess unique and valuable traits --identify them and embrace them. Reconnect with your divine self. We are all filled with love and have the capacity for goodness and kindness. We are individual glimmers of Tthe marvelous life that surrounds us. Let your unique personality shine! Blog: healthand- vwellnesswithlevi.blogspot.com ML MIAMI LIVING 119

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