10  Appendices

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📖 This section provides additional resources for the readers who want to learn more about the topic of inflated ego, such as books, articles, podcasts, videos, and websites.

10.1 Appendices

In this section, we provide a curated list of additional resources for readers who wish to further explore the topic of inflated ego and its implications. These resources include books, articles, podcasts, videos, and websites that offer diverse perspectives and insights into the understanding and management of ego.

10.1.1 Books

  • “Ego is the Enemy” by Ryan Holiday
    An exploration of how the ego hampers success in various fields of life and how we can overcome it.

  • “The Road to Character” by David Brooks
    Discusses the importance of inner character, humility, and the struggles against the flaws of ego.

  • “Insight” by Tasha Eurich
    Offers research on self-awareness and practical advice on how to escape the ego trap.

10.1.2 Articles

  • “The Ego Epidemic: How More and More of Us Women Have an Inflated Sense of Our Own Fabulousness”
    (Daily Mail)
    Explores the rising trend of ego inflation among individuals and its social implications.

  • “Need for Esteem and the Illusion of Grandeur”
    (Psychology Today)
    Examines the psychological drive behind inflated egos and its effects on personal behavior.

10.1.3 Podcasts

  • “The Tim Ferriss Show”
    Episodes often include discussions with successful individuals about the role of ego in professional success and personal growth.

  • “Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris”
    Offers interviews and insights on mindfulness and how it can help keep the ego in check.

10.1.4 Videos

  • “The Power of Vulnerability” by Brené Brown (TED Talk)
    A look into the importance of vulnerability in overcoming ego and building meaningful connections.

  • “Mindfulness: How to Call Off the Emotional Attack Dogs” by J. David Creswell (TEDx Talk)
    Discusses how mindfulness can help regulate emotions and temper the ego.

10.1.5 Websites

  • Greater Good Magazine
    (greatergood.berkeley.edu)
    Features articles and content on the science of a meaningful life, including topics on ego and self-perception.

  • Verywell Mind
    (verywellmind.com)
    Offers various articles on the psychology behind ego and strategies to maintain a healthy self-image.

By engaging with these resources, the reader can expand their understanding of the complexities of ego, encounter various viewpoints, and discover practical methods for fostering a balanced self-conception. Whether embarking on a personal journey of self-improvement or seeking to contribute to societal change, knowledge is a crucial tool. It is our hope that the information presented in this book, along with the additional materials provided here, will serve as a guide towards cultivating a world where ego is recognized but not revered, and where humility and self-awareness are valued.