Dr. Nanduri Ramakrishna
Aham' (Ego)
is the
expression of self-identity.
It is termed
'Aham-bhavam'
(the sense of self).
It is one's very
nature.
By likening
the 'Aham'
to a 'Karam'
(a causative factor),
it was named
'Ahamkaram'.
Ego
is a catalyst for downfall.
It serves as
the symbol,
the prelude,
and the sign
of one's ruin.
The belief
that one can coexist
with ego
is sheer folly—
a mere flash
in the pan.
Ego is a
negative trait,
one that belongs
exclusively to human beings.
One might view
'Trump'
as an egotist—
the leader
of a superpower nation.
One may indeed
possess an ego;
however, one must
suppress it
as the situation
demands.
That, precisely,
is political acumen,
knowledge,
maturity,
discretion,
and the hallmark
of a wise person.
It is not merely
a matter of education,
but of presence of mind
and the ability to assess
and make decisions
appropriate to the context.
Wealth often
breeds arrogance
and ego
in some individuals.
Power, too,
serves as a source
of ego.
Ego often
accompanies power
quite naturally;
hence, we often remark,
"He is such an egotist!"
For some,
ego blinds them
completely—
they can see
neither earth nor sky;
the person becomes,
from head to toe,
pure ego.
Ego is frequently
observed
among many
IAS and IPS
officers.
As for certain
political leaders—
once they attain office—
their ego
requires absolutely
no further mention. In the police force,
from the lowest ranks upward,
an air of arrogance
is frequently displayed.
Among female officers, however,
such ego is not as apparent.
Yet, some individuals—
seemingly virtuous—
deliberately suppress
their inherent arrogance;
with such people,
danger always
lurks in the shadows,
ready to strike at any moment.
Arrogance is not merely
the root cause of personal misfortunes;
it is also the very source
of wars.
It is a stark reality
that one must keep
both one's tongue
and one's ego
firmly in check;
failure to do so
will inevitably lead
to suffering severe consequences.
If one turns the pages
of history,
it becomes abundantly clear—
one truly comprehends
just how perilous
the 'ego' can be.
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