Courses Quote by Eckhart Tolle
““There is nothing that strengthens the ego more than being right. Being right is identification with a mental position - a perspective, an opinion, a judgement, a story. For you to be right, of course, you need someone else to be wrong, as so the ego loves to make wrong in order to be right.””
About This Quote
Source Book: A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle, 2005
The ego thrives on being right, which depends on defining others as wrong; this fuels conflict and self‑importance.
In simple terms: Ego loves being right, which needs others to be wrong.
Key Takeaway
Recognize ego’s need for superiority.
Themes
ego
identity
conflict
humility
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- debates
- political discourse
- social media
- personal relationships
- team meetings
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does needing to be right affect your relationships?
- Can you find value in others’ perspectives?
A Different Perspective
Being right can be limiting; openness to other views fosters learning.
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