Chapter

The Illusion of the Ego
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1:04:43 - 1:08:50 (04:07)

The ego creates a false sense of invincibility and expectation of respect, influencing our decisions and perceptions of experiences such as meals at a restaurant.

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60% of both men and women chose an electric shock instead of being alone with their thoughts for 15 minutes.
1:04:43 - 1:06:06 (01:23)
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Mental Health
Summary

60% of both men and women chose an electric shock instead of being alone with their thoughts for 15 minutes. Ultimately, people tend to decide if they like something based on their personal preferences, such as whether they enjoy the food at a restaurant or the plot of a movie.

Chapter
The Illusion of the Ego
Episode
953 Jay Shetty: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Everyday
Podcast
The School of Greatness
The two tips to train your mind are first to have a conversation with yourself and the second is to know how your mind tricks you.
1:06:06 - 1:06:54 (00:47)
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Mindfulness
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The two tips to train your mind are first to have a conversation with yourself and the second is to know how your mind tricks you.

Chapter
The Illusion of the Ego
Episode
953 Jay Shetty: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Everyday
Podcast
The School of Greatness
The ego can make you believe that you are untouchable and perfect, leading to unrealistic expectations and a false sense of superiority.
1:06:54 - 1:08:50 (01:56)
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Ego
Summary

The ego can make you believe that you are untouchable and perfect, leading to unrealistic expectations and a false sense of superiority. It is important to stay humble and aware of our own flaws and temptations.

Chapter
The Illusion of the Ego
Episode
953 Jay Shetty: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Everyday
Podcast
The School of Greatness