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What Happens When Ego Takes Over?

January 22, 2024 Randy Haveson Episode 10
What Happens When Ego Takes Over?
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Becoming Your Own BFF
What Happens When Ego Takes Over?
Jan 22, 2024 Episode 10
Randy Haveson

Welcome to Episode 10: What Happens When Ego Takes Over?

In this episode, Randy Haveson explores the dynamics of ego and its impact on self-esteem. He discusses the theory that self-esteem and ego are on opposite ends of a continuum, emphasizing the importance of cultivating self-esteem for a healthier worldview.

Randy begins by introducing the concept that self-esteem and ego are not interconnected; instead, they are opposites on a continuum.

Randy wants you to be kind to yourself and take note when ego surfaces in your life. By becoming more self-esteem-based, individuals can contribute to creating a world where everyone's value is appreciated.

He then goes into the notion that what others think of an individual is not their concern, emphasizing the futility of expending energy on such worries. The episode encourages a shift from worry to concern and advocates for letting go of self-consciousness.

As ego takes over, Randy points out the tendency to become more self-conscious, leading to self-doubt and criticism of others. The episode encourages self-reflection and re-evaluation of situations when things don't work out, emphasizing the value of putting in the work to build self-esteem.

The episode serves as a guide for recognizing and mitigating the effects of ego, fostering a mindset that prioritizes self-esteem over external validation.

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 Stay tuned for more episodes and remember…
 Your journey to self-discovery begins here.
 
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Before becoming an award-winning speaker, best-selling author, university administrator, TEDx speaker, therapist, life coach, Disney cast member, and founder of the Club 528 community, Randy Haveson struggled with feeling like he couldn’t win. Now, he's on a mission to help you achieve confidence and joy daily.

Learn more about Randy and his mission at RandyHaveson.com.

Show Notes

Welcome to Episode 10: What Happens When Ego Takes Over?

In this episode, Randy Haveson explores the dynamics of ego and its impact on self-esteem. He discusses the theory that self-esteem and ego are on opposite ends of a continuum, emphasizing the importance of cultivating self-esteem for a healthier worldview.

Randy begins by introducing the concept that self-esteem and ego are not interconnected; instead, they are opposites on a continuum.

Randy wants you to be kind to yourself and take note when ego surfaces in your life. By becoming more self-esteem-based, individuals can contribute to creating a world where everyone's value is appreciated.

He then goes into the notion that what others think of an individual is not their concern, emphasizing the futility of expending energy on such worries. The episode encourages a shift from worry to concern and advocates for letting go of self-consciousness.

As ego takes over, Randy points out the tendency to become more self-conscious, leading to self-doubt and criticism of others. The episode encourages self-reflection and re-evaluation of situations when things don't work out, emphasizing the value of putting in the work to build self-esteem.

The episode serves as a guide for recognizing and mitigating the effects of ego, fostering a mindset that prioritizes self-esteem over external validation.

-----

 Stay tuned for more episodes and remember…
 Your journey to self-discovery begins here.
 
 -----


Before becoming an award-winning speaker, best-selling author, university administrator, TEDx speaker, therapist, life coach, Disney cast member, and founder of the Club 528 community, Randy Haveson struggled with feeling like he couldn’t win. Now, he's on a mission to help you achieve confidence and joy daily.

Learn more about Randy and his mission at RandyHaveson.com.