People exercise egoism that "I cannot maintain control"…
““People exercise egoism that "I cannot maintain control" for that which is in the form of 'discharge'. It is also egoism to say that ‘I am able to control’. We have taken the troubles that do not belong to us on our head. Because of this, one wanders around in a troubled-state!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People claim control over external events or deny it, both reflecting ego; this creates inner turmoil
In simple terms: Ego creates inner conflict over control
Recognize ego’s role in perceived problems
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- decision making
- stress management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What situations reveal your ego’s need for control?
- How can you release unnecessary burdens?
Ego may be deeply ingrained and hard to notice