Summary of Ego is the Enemy: by Ryan Holiday | Includes Analysis

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Summary of Ego is the Enemy: by Ryan Holiday | Includes Analysis

 

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Ego Is the Enemy is Ryan Holiday’s attack on the role that ego can play in the lives of most people. Holiday does not use the term “ego” in the traditional Freudian sense but rather as a

• Language: English
• Publisher: Instaread, Inc
• Release date: Feb 28, 2019
• ISBN: 9781683788133

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Ego Is the Enemy is Ryan Holiday’s attack on the role that ego can play in the lives of most people. Holiday does not use the term ego in the traditional Freudian sense but rather as a synonym for excessive self-regard, or egotism. Thanks to the Internet and social media, having an inflated ego is now more encouraged in Western society than ever before. Nevertheless, learning how to cultivate an authentic sense of oneself and one’s abilities is vital for living gracefully and achieving one’s goals.

Although history is populated by famous and even notorious egomaniacs, the most influential and successful people were more often those who focused on their life’s work with humility and dedication. Compare, for example, the outsized ego of Napoleon, whose grandiose imperial ambitions ended in shame and exile, with the character of American general William Tecumseh Sherman. After retiring from the military, he refused to run for president, and he never allowed his past victories to swell his self-importance. Ultimately, Napoleon accomplished little in terms of creating an enduring European empire and was the cause of

Reviews for Summary of Ego is the Enemy

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English Review:
"Thank you for the insightful summary which brilliantly captures the core takeaways from "Ego Is the Enemy". This refresher is invaluable, especially when facing daily challenges. I wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone looking to navigate the complexities of modern life with a clear perspective. It's a timely reminder of the importance of humility and the dangers of unchecked ego."

Reseña en Español:
"Gracias por el resumen revelador que refleja magistralmente los puntos esenciales de "Ego Is the Enemy". Este recordatorio es invaluable, especialmente al enfrentar desafíos diarios. Lo recomiendo plenamente para quienes buscan navegar las complejidades de la vida moderna con una perspectiva clara. Es un recordatorio oportuno sobre la importancia de la humildad y los peligros de un ego descontrolado."