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Expansion of Ego
25:40 - 30:52 (05:11)
The ego can be loosely defined in terms of that which an individual identifies with. By identifying with nature, animals, or other individuals, one’s ego can expand beyond oneself.
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The East-West perceptual divide is caused by the utilization of context and social cues more in the East than in the West.
25:40 - 28:19 (02:38)
Perception, Mindfulness
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The East-West perceptual divide is caused by the utilization of context and social cues more in the East than in the West. A recent study shows that practicing mindfulness in a context of being more socially oriented increases generosity.
ChapterExpansion of Ego
Episode#376 - Beau Lotto - The Neuroscience Of Awe, Distraction and Anxiety
PodcastModern Wisdom
The opposite of ego is not necessarily humility, but rather the identification with something beyond oneself.
28:19 - 30:52 (02:32)
Ego
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The opposite of ego is not necessarily humility, but rather the identification with something beyond oneself. The desire for constant focus and avoidance of distraction are common ailments in today's technology-driven society.