--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The One whose ego (ahamkar) and my-ness…" description: "\"“The One whose ego (ahamkar) and my-ness (mamata) go away completely, is considered a complete tyaagi (one who has renounced worldly life). ”\" — Dada B..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/3aa/dada-bhagwan-31_ego_the-one-whose-ego-ahamkar-and-my-ness-ma_2617883.jpg" --- # The One whose ego (ahamkar) and my-ness (mamata) go away… ![“The One whose ego (ahamkar) and my-ness (mamata) go away completely, is considered a complete tyaagi (one who has renounced worldly life).” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/3aa/dada-bhagwan-31_ego_the-one-whose-ego-ahamkar-and-my-ness-ma_2617883.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/3aa/dada-bhagwan-31_ego_the-one-whose-ego-ahamkar-and-my-ness-ma_2617883.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/3aa/dada-bhagwan-31_ego_the-one-whose-ego-ahamkar-and-my-ness-ma_2617883.jpg) > ““The One whose ego (ahamkar) and my-ness (mamata) go away completely, is considered a complete tyaagi (one who has renounced worldly life). ”” [Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/dada-bhagwan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. When ego and personal attachment dissolve, one becomes a true renunciant (tyaagi). **In simple terms:** Letting go of ego and attachment leads to spiritual liberation. Key Takeaway Practice self‑lessness. Themes spirituality renunciation ego Mood serene instructive Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - meditation retreats - spiritual teachings - daily mindfulness Key Concepts non‑attachment self‑realization Questions to Reflect On - How to balance self‑loss with healthy self‑esteem? - What practices aid gradual detachment? 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