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Ego Traps - Coggle Diagram
Ego Traps
Attachment to Identity:
Identification with Roles or Labels
Egoic Identification with Achievements
Fear of Losing Identity
Inflexibility in Self-Perception
Need for Control:
Desire to Control Situations and Others
Fear of Uncertainty and Change
Difficulty Delegating or Trusting Others
Micro-management
Fear of Vulnerability
Avoiding Emotional Openness
Fear of Rejection or Judgment
Suppressing True Feelings
Emotional Armor[he metal coverings formerly worn to protect the body in battle]
Seeking Approval and Recognition from Others
Relying on Others' Opinions for Self-Worth
Neglecting Inner Validation and Authenticity
Fear of Rejection or Criticism
Resistance to Feedback:
Defensiveness in the Face of Criticism - Amma
Difficulty Accepting and Integrating Feedback Amma
Ego Protection Mechanism - Amma
Unwillingness to Acknowledge Flaws or Mistakes - Amma
Inflated Self-Importance:
Exaggerated Sense of Self-Worth - DVG realtives
Belief in Superiority or Specialness - influenced from dvg
Disregard for Others' Perspectives and Contributions
Arrogance - Seema
Defensiveness - Amma
Reacting to Perceived Threats to Ego
Justifying and Rationalizing Behavior
Avoiding Accountability
Closed-Mindedness
Entitlement:
Belief in Special Privileges or Treatment
Lack of Empathy or Consideration for Others
Selfish Attitude
Disregard for Others' Boundaries or Needs
Inability to Find Lasting Fulfillment
Constantly Striving for More or Better
Never Being Content with the Present Moment
Chasing External Achievements for Validation
External Validation
Seeking Approval and Recognition from Others
Relying on Others' Opinions for Self-Worth
Neglecting Inner Validation and Authenticity
Fear of Rejection or Criticism
Resistance to feedback - basav
Defensiveness in the Face of Criticism
Difficulty Accepting and Integrating Feedback
Ego Protection Mechanism
Unwillingness to Acknowledge Flaws or Mistakes
Inflated self importance - M of Surpura
Exaggerated Sense of Self-Worth
Belief in Superiority or Specialness
Disregard for Others' Perspectives and Contributions
Arrogance
Defensiveness
Reacting to Perceived Threats to Ego
Justifying and Rationalizing Behavior
Avoiding Accountability
Closed-Mindedness
Entitlement:
Belief in Special Privileges or Treatment
Lack of Empathy or Consideration for Others
Selfish Attitude
Disregard for Others' Boundaries or Needs
Perpetual Dissatisfaction:
Inability to Find Lasting Fulfillment
Constantly Striving for More or Better
Never Being Content with the Present Moment
Chasing External Achievements for Validation
Identification with Possessions:
Defining Self-Worth by Material Possessions
Attachment to Materialism
Seeking Happiness through External Objects
Difficulty Letting Go of Material Attachments
Status and Prestige Seeking:
Pursuit of Social Status and Recognition
Valuing Image and Perception Above Authenticity
Measuring Self-Worth by External Titles or Achievements
Neglecting Personal Values and Fulfillment
False Sense of Superiority:
Belief in Inherent Superiority Over Others
Disregard for Others' Opinions or Perspectives
Arrogance and Condescension
Difficulty Empathizing or Collaborating
Fear of Being Wrong:
Inability to Admit Mistakes or Errors
Avoidance of Accountability
Defensiveness in the Face of Criticism
Resistance to Learning and Growth
Over-Identification with Thoughts:
Egoic Attachment to Thoughts and Beliefs
Inability to Observe Thoughts Objectively
Identifying with Mental Narratives
Difficulty Letting Go of Limiting Beliefs
Competitiveness
Excessive Focus on Winning and Outperforming Others
Comparison-Based Motivation
Undermining or Discrediting Competitors
Neglecting Cooperation and Collaboration
Defining Worth by Achievements:
Self-Worth Tied Solely to Accomplishments
Reliance on External Achievements for Validation
Inability to Appreciate Intrinsic Value
Perpetual Need for External Recognition
Reluctance to Apologize:
Difficulty Acknowledging and Owning Up to Mistakes
Fear of Admitting Wrongdoing
Protecting Ego at the Expense of Repairing Relationships
Resistance to Vulnerability
Self-Righteousness: - Seema
Belief in Moral or Intellectual Superiority
Judgment and Criticism of Others' Choices or Beliefs
Closed-Mindedness
Lack of Humility and Openness
Need for Attention
Seeking Constant Recognition and Validation
Engaging in Attention-Seeking Behaviors
Neglecting Genuine Connection and Presence
Dependency on External Affirmation
Victim Mentality:
Perceiving Oneself as a Constant Victim
Blaming External Factors for Personal Challenges
Avoiding Personal Responsibility
Feeling Powerless and Helpless
Excessive Self-Criticism:
Harsh and Unfair Self-Judgment
Magnifying Mistakes and Flaws
Undermining Self-Confidence
Unhealthy Self-Esteem
Need for Control in Relationships - Nalinakshi
Desire to Manipulate or Dominate Others
Fear of Abandonment or Rejection
Difficulty Trusting Others
Strained Relationships
Inability to Receive Feedback
Defensive Reaction to Constructive Criticism
Taking Feedback Personally
Difficulty Separating Feedback from Self-Worth
Resistance to Growth and Improvement
Fear of Being Seen as Weak:
Avoidance of Vulnerability and Emotional Expression
Masking True Feelings to Appear Strong
Inability to Ask for Help or Support
Stifled Emotional Connection
Inability to Celebrate Others' Success:
Jealousy and Envy in Response to Others' Achievements
Feeling Threatened by Others' Success
Lack of Genuine Joy for Others
Insecure Comparison
Approval-Seeking Behavior
Relying on Others' Validation for Self-Worth
Sacrificing Personal Values for Approval
Fear of Disapproval or Rejection
Neglecting Authenticity
Inflated Sense of Importance
Exaggerated Self-Importance and Grandiosity
Belief in Being Superior to Others
Disregard for Others' Needs and Perspectives
Lack of Empathy
Neglecting Personal Boundaries:
Allowing Others to Cross Personal Boundaries
Difficulty Saying No or Setting Limits
Sacrificing Personal Well-being for Others
Lack of Self-Care and Self-Respect
Comparison and Superiority
Comparison and Superiority:
Constant Comparison to Others
Feeling Superior or Inferior
Egoic Need for Self-Validation
Creating Hierarchies