How about a little quiz? Don’t worry, it’s only one question—Do you control your ego, or does your ego control you?
Many of us have been taught to regard the idea of ego with suspicion and judgment. We hear that ego is synonymous with selfishness and try to do whatever we can to get away from it. The truth is, the ego is an integral part of your being, and an important ingredient to designing a healthy, balanced life. The trick is just to be in control of it, rather than letting it guide your life.
If at the core of your actions is a desire to help others and add value to their lives regardless of your own benefit, but you understand the need to also make a living, you probably have a pretty healthy ego. On the other hand, if at the core of your actions is a desire to get noticed, to receive accolades, and to be remembered, then your ego is probably getting a little ahead of you. No need to worry, though – there is hope for us all!
In this episode, you will…
- Learn how to transform purpose into profit
- Understand how to go from ego-driven to purpose-driven for a happier, more successful life!
- Discover the distinction between mission and purpose and why you need them both
- Determine whether or not your mission and purpose are aligned for success
- Hear how to re-engineer your ego to have a more meaningful life
I had to go on an ego-balancing journey myself, and I’m here to tell you that after reducing ego, I began to experience more happiness, fulfillment, and success than ever before, because my goals were more than just “me”-centered pursuits. If I can make the change, so can you!
Tune in!
“Go from ego-driven to purpose-driven.” – Hal Elrod
TRANSCRIPTS
Download the Transcript for Episode #133 (PDF)
JOIN THE CONVERSATION
If you enjoyed this post, if it added value to your life, please leave a quick comment below and SHARE with your friends. Thank YOU for paying it forward! :^)
COMMENT QUESTION: What is your big takeaway?. Write it in the comments below.
WANT TO COACH WITH HAL ELROD?
Get a $1 (7-day Trial) of Hal Elrod’s “Best Year Ever Coaching” program at www.BestYearEverCoaching.net
SUBMIT A QUESTION
Do you have a question you would like answered on a future podcast? Click the button below.
EPISODE RESOURCES
The Purpose Economy: How Your Desire for Impact, Growth and Community is Changing the World by Aaron Hurst
Firms of Endearment: How World Class Companies Profit from Passion and Purpose by Rejandra Sisodia, David Wolfe, and Jagdish Sheth
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle
Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 1 by Neale Donald Walsch
The Killer App