Staying Uncomfortable

#37: Your Ego Will Kill You


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On this week’s episode, Kaivan reflects on an incident when Gaurav told him that his ego would eventually kill him. Upon hearing this, Kaivan initially became defensive, but did not allow himself to become agitated. Afterwards Kaivan reflected on the conversation and thought about what his ego was to him. 

What is an ego to you?

  • You’re self inflated
  • You think highly of yourself.
  • Cannot accept criticism
  • Superficial relationships
  • You’re not letting people in.
  • Inflated self worth

If you have an ego, as the hosts discuss, your relationships are superficial, you cannot accept criticism and you have an inflated sense of self worth. It is important to distinguish, as Kaivan states, if you simply have self confidence instead of an ego. Why not believe in yourself, why not fight for more? In order to see if you have an ego or not, ask yourself if you truly believe in yourself. More importantly, be open to criticism from those who truly care about you.

  • Your goal should be to never question yourself
  • Have self confidence
  • Shared some tips and how to’s
  • KD reflected on the conversation
    • What types of things did I give out for G to say this?
    • It came from a place of love
    • Be open to criticism
    • Had a lot of self confidence
      • It’s not his ego, it’s what he stands for

Figure out if you have an ego, it may just kill you.

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Staying UncomfortableBy Kaivan Dave