--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: We are identified with the ego, and with…" description: "\"We are identified with the ego, and with the ego there are many things: anger and hatred and jealousy and possessiveness and greed - the whole train. T..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/070/rajneesh-54_dies_we-are-identified-with-the-ego-and-with_1650066.jpg" --- # We are identified with the ego, and with the ego there are… ![“We are identified with the ego, and with the ego there are many things: anger and hatred and jealousy and possessiveness and greed - the whole train. The ego functions like an engine and there are many many compartments following it. Once the ego dies the whole train stops.” quote by Rajneesh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/070/rajneesh-54_dies_we-are-identified-with-the-ego-and-with_1650066.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/070/rajneesh-54_dies_we-are-identified-with-the-ego-and-with_1650066.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/070/rajneesh-54_dies_we-are-identified-with-the-ego-and-with_1650066.jpg) > “We are identified with the ego, and with the ego there are many things: anger and hatred and jealousy and possessiveness and greed - the whole train. The ego functions like an engine and there are many many compartments following it. Once the ego dies the whole train stops.” [Rajneesh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/rajneesh/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The ego drives many negative emotions and compulsive behaviors; when the ego is transcended, those patterns cease. **In simple terms:** Ego fuels anger, jealousy, greed, etc.; letting go stops them. Key Takeaway Release ego to end destructive cycles. Themes self‑awareness spiritual growth psychology Mood reflective calm Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - personal relationships - work stress - addiction recovery - conflict resolution Key Concepts ego attachment compulsion Questions to Reflect On - How do you notice ego‑driven reactions? - What practices help dissolve ego patterns? 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