Chapter
Understanding the Ego and Emotions
25:29 - 32:55 (07:25)
The ego acts as a hyper risk-averse mom who resists change and Pixar movies show how all emotions should be discussed and recognized. By understanding this, one can learn how to deal with their emotions better.
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The ego is like a hyper risk averse mom and it doesn't want you to change because it wants to keep you safe.
25:29 - 30:20 (04:51)
Emotional Growth
Summary
The ego is like a hyper risk averse mom and it doesn't want you to change because it wants to keep you safe. However, to grow emotionally, it's important to face your shadow and do the hard work rather than using medicines to mask the experience.
ChapterUnderstanding the Ego and Emotions
Episode#136 - Tucker Max - Personal Growth, Dating & Psychedelics
PodcastModern Wisdom
The voice in our head that we associate with ourselves is actually our ego, and it is constantly tricking us into believing that it is our true self.
30:20 - 31:07 (00:47)
Ego
Summary
The voice in our head that we associate with ourselves is actually our ego, and it is constantly tricking us into believing that it is our true self.
ChapterUnderstanding the Ego and Emotions
Episode#136 - Tucker Max - Personal Growth, Dating & Psychedelics
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker discusses his personal experience with overcoming fear and managing his ego through introspection and self-talk.
31:07 - 32:55 (01:47)
Self-Improvement
Summary
The speaker discusses his personal experience with overcoming fear and managing his ego through introspection and self-talk.