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The Aware Ego Process

The "ego" often gets a bad rap. It’s a collection of those dominant patterns we develop growing up that unconsciously run the show, our lives. These are the ‘voices’ that tell us who we are, what we should be doing, and how we should be feeling.

They're the inner critic that judges our every move, the people-pleaser who craves external validation, or the driven achiever who constantly pushes for more. These primary selves, while sometimes helpful, can also keep us stuck in repetitive cycles, limiting our potential for growth and genuine self-expression.

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Thought or Feeling ?

We often talk about thoughts and feelings as separate entities, but the truth is they're intertwined in a complex and fascinating dance. Sometimes, it seems like our thoughts dictate our feelings: a stressful thought triggers anxiety, a happy memory brings a smile. But is it always that simple? Could our feelings actually be shaping our thoughts?

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Anger

Anger often gets a bad rap. We're taught to suppress it, to see it as something negative. But what if anger could be a force for good? What if it could help us define ourselves, protect our values, and even strengthen our relationships?

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