In this milestone episode, I take a personal and analytical dive into our misunderstood relationship with ego — not as something to destroy, but something to understand, integrate, and even nurture.
We explore the ego as a mirror of identity, an armor forged by fear and survival, and ultimately, as an architect — building emotional and psychological structures to protect us in a world that doesn’t always feel safe.
Drawing on Carl Jung’s shadow theory, intuitive storytelling, and a growing philosophical lens, this episode bridges vulnerability with analysis. It’s not just theory — it’s an invitation to see ego as something more sacred and intelligent than we were taught to believe.
If you’ve ever felt shame around your reactions, conflict in your self-image, or confusion about “who you really are,” this might be the episode where it all starts to make sense.
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