What stage of ego are you in?

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Komentáře • 304

  • @gurudra
    @gurudra Před 4 lety +303

    The ego lives in the tension between what you are and what you want to be

    • @TheHolisticPsychologist
      @TheHolisticPsychologist  Před 4 lety +17

      SO very true.

    • @millaeunsol
      @millaeunsol Před 4 lety +5

      Could you elaborate? I'd like to know what it means but simply dont understand :/

    • @nafisahoque760
      @nafisahoque760 Před 3 lety +4

      More like what u r and what bad can happen
      Some who has PTSD brain , and also ego is the false self , soul is the truth consciousness is u , ego lies and is limitation, why u wanna be is actually who u r , fear and doubt is ego

    • @ACN707
      @ACN707 Před 3 lety

      Could it be that you cannot be anything what you already are?

    • @oxforddictonary
      @oxforddictonary Před 3 lety +3

      At least give Osho credit for this quote loll

  • @hayleysan
    @hayleysan Před 4 lety +255

    I needed to hear the fluctuation part! I'm not regressing, I'm fluctuating! Thank you.

    • @TheHolisticPsychologist
      @TheHolisticPsychologist  Před 4 lety +21

      Not regressing, I'm fluctuating!

    • @bbuc7762
      @bbuc7762 Před 3 lety +3

      A bit like the universe really, fluctuating and moving,

    • @MS-ct1nk
      @MS-ct1nk Před 3 lety +3

      Ikr 😢 sometimes it just feels to me that I didn't improve and it's frustrating when your emotions and worries still can take over :(

    • @ayoungethan
      @ayoungethan Před 3 lety +9

      this makes perfect sense to me. i see these types of patterns everywhere, of rhythmic contractions and expansions. almost like breath. when we work with it, it provides immense learning and growth opportunities. when we fight it with judgment we lose out on growth opportunities. so I guess judging fluctuation would almost be like us judging our need to exhale...as if it were some ideal to inhale continuously forever!

    • @MS-ct1nk
      @MS-ct1nk Před 3 lety +1

      @@ayoungethan omg thank u so much, this really helps!

  • @giniroserealestate
    @giniroserealestate Před 4 lety +104

    I thought that going backwards meant I wasn't doing the work or working hard enough, but perhaps I'm just fluctuating which is normal. Thank you!!

    • @TheHolisticPsychologist
      @TheHolisticPsychologist  Před 4 lety +9

      You're doing the work, Gini!

    • @giniroserealestate
      @giniroserealestate Před 4 lety +10

      @@TheHolisticPsychologist I'm constantly reminded that I need to be compassionate with myself, this is one of my biggest struggles. I love your videos and look forward to them every Sunday!!

    • @kellyfortes5949
      @kellyfortes5949 Před 4 lety +3

      I feel the very same thing Gini! Thanks for sharing your experience, I do connect to it :)

    • @carrotstickz7290
      @carrotstickz7290 Před 4 lety +2

      I don't think there is such a thing as having to work hard/harder at this. Being aware and observing your self should be somewhat effortless, if you desire or try too hard you may find that you get the opposite of you are seeking.

    • @giniroserealestate
      @giniroserealestate Před 4 lety

      @@carrotstickz7290 that is a great perspective and I'd like to see an ease in the work I'm doing but for the moment it continues to be hard work for me

  • @BelIax3
    @BelIax3 Před 4 lety +40

    Yes, I definitely fluctuate between 2 and 3. I'm always proud of my 3 moments and try to be compassionate towards my 2s

  • @brittneyspringfield9383
    @brittneyspringfield9383 Před 4 lety +49

    So happy you mentioned the fluctuation! I was discouraged when I do react but more often then not, I am starting to observe and respond in a more peaceful way. Thanks for all the great information!

    • @TheHolisticPsychologist
      @TheHolisticPsychologist  Před 4 lety +9

      Hey Brittany, I'm going to create a youtube video around fluctation. Thank you!

    • @DrShawnaFreshwater
      @DrShawnaFreshwater Před 4 lety +2

      This lecture is elementary Buddhist practices and wisdoms ~ 2600 years-old. You can find an elementary or beginners. book on Buddhism and learn. It is very easy to read and understand...not always so easy to practice when Ego shows up, but each time you recognize / become aware of the Egoic mind operating within you, its a victory. Peace, in Hope, Dr. Freshwater .

    • @brittneyspringfield9383
      @brittneyspringfield9383 Před 4 lety

      Dr. Shawna Freshwater thank you!

  • @racheltuati235
    @racheltuati235 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Fluctuating between 2 and 3 is where I'm currently holding. Thanks for this video.

  • @LOninaVE
    @LOninaVE Před 4 lety +28

    Dr. Nicole, I truly thank God for you. I decided to leave my five year relationship after stumbling upon your ig page, learning about my past traumas (thru your work) and understanding how those traumas showed up in my relationship. Because of your work, deep seeded healing began and liberated me from those narrations. Although I am still learning and witnessing, I am making the choices to think and behave differently. I am closer to peace than I was even 1 month ago. Thank you a thousand times over💕

  • @khicks1124
    @khicks1124 Před 3 lety +5

    I do believe I am closer to 3 but fluctuate between 2 and 3 like you said when in triggering situations. I am able to feel proud of myself now because of how I react now compared to how I used to react. I am able to validate myself more compared to needing anothers validation. Your videos and Instagram came into my life at an amazing time, thank you 🙌

  • @Fa6oomka94
    @Fa6oomka94 Před 4 lety +18

    I’m starting a phase in my life where I am in responsive stage 🙏

  • @challietube6869
    @challietube6869 Před 4 lety +5

    Brilliant ! I’m definitely fluctuating between 2 and 3 . But I did manage to change a reaction the other day . So proud of me .

    • @shirin8609
      @shirin8609 Před 3 lety +1

      I'm happy for you and I wish you lots of continued progress and wellness. 😊

  • @trytoloveunlovedpeople7267

    I fluctuate between all 4 💗🙏🏼 but then again I have been doing this by myself, and can’t wait till we don’t have to anymore.

  • @winter_s_44
    @winter_s_44 Před 3 lety +4

    I am a little emotional right now because I was having the hardest time understanding the concept of not being my ego. Nothing I ever read or listened to made me understand it in practical terms. But the notion that we are the “witnessers” of our egos and that we are consciousness watching the stories the ego runs out of old hurts has made me understand it in a way I never have.
    I guess this is why there are so many teachers out there (in addition to trying to raise the vibration of the planet more rapidly), because where one teacher fails to resonate with you, another one eventually will. Thank you very much.

    • @robbienewell1116
      @robbienewell1116 Před 3 lety +1

      i still don’t get it but it could be bc i have a huge ego that has evolved with me as an empath. my ego has been my protector for so long it’s hard not to listen to it honestly when you’re sensitive and want to protect that part of you

    • @sweetbeep
      @sweetbeep Před 6 měsíci

      ​@@robbienewell1116how it is going with the ego currently?

  • @ashinthadesilva1129
    @ashinthadesilva1129 Před 4 lety

    Thank you! This really jives with what I strive towards. Especially the responsiveness over reaction.

  • @simongraham2516
    @simongraham2516 Před 4 lety +1

    This video is amazing, just what I needed to hear to help me! Glad to see this channel is growing.

  • @suellarussell1
    @suellarussell1 Před 3 lety

    I’ve watched so many of your videos and this had eluded me- but I needed it today! So thankful for you and your self healing work!💛

  • @maridevi9389
    @maridevi9389 Před 4 lety +4

    I used to feel like I was going to be in reactionary mode forever. Once I started practicing Love and Compassion for Self then I began observing conscious responsiveness. During a recent conversation that would normally elicit a reaction, I found myself in, as Nicole says, Witness Mode. It is incredibly powerful to find a new system based in loving oneself overriding old and and now unnecessary defensive mechanisms. This is a huge step for me in taking my power back. Blessings to all of you Self Healers out there. 💜

  • @benjames648
    @benjames648 Před 4 lety +11

    Best video yet! I don't have to feel like I am doing wrong going back and forth through stages. Thankyou. 🙂

  • @wendyrichard9169
    @wendyrichard9169 Před 4 lety +1

    I can't get enough of your content! I follow you on instagram but didn't realize you have a youtube channel as well! Thanks for being here and being such a great teacher!!

  • @selenefirme3626
    @selenefirme3626 Před 4 lety +6

    Yes! I found this video really helpful! I feel like now I’m at the ego awareness stage.....kinda getting into the witness.
    Last year I had a lack of ego awareness! I remember being so reactive and defensive for everything someone said that didn’t go with what I believed or felt.

  • @iolanthefitzgerald376
    @iolanthefitzgerald376 Před 4 lety +11

    I've been talking a lot with my partner about responding from a place of ego, which we both do. This video was super timely!

  • @simlicia666
    @simlicia666 Před 4 lety +1

    thank you, I really needed to be validated in my fluctuation. especially during the pandemic when I feel so much less productive and confident compared to usual.

  • @angeladangelo4164
    @angeladangelo4164 Před 4 lety +1

    LOVE your videos and Instagram posts! You explain things brilliantly.

  • @aheestar
    @aheestar Před 3 lety +2

    I love you Nicole thank you for your service !! All your videos are so helpful 🙏

  • @sarahshepherd4722
    @sarahshepherd4722 Před 3 lety +1

    Yes!! I found that video SO helpful!! I'm so grateful to have found you and your teachings! I'm grateful to be in a space where I can be receptive to all your information ~ Thank you!

  • @patrikpettersson149
    @patrikpettersson149 Před 4 lety +1

    Nicole, thank you so so much for what you do!

  • @chancepoulos4183
    @chancepoulos4183 Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you so much for putting all of this into perspective! It helps so much to understand more about what’s going on inside myself. I know that I’ve had the awakening because I have become more aware of many stories I tell myself but I thought I had been doing worse by “fluctuating.” Now I know that it’s all just part of the process.

  • @KimmyCassy
    @KimmyCassy Před 4 lety +1

    Really happy you made the distinction that we won't be at one stage all the time. We go back and forth and that's normal. Thank you for the work you do

  • @lotte89green
    @lotte89green Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks to a lot of great books and your future self Journal I am awakening and find myself more and more in a aware or conscious state. It feels so good to heal!!!! Thank you so much for all your work 🧡

  • @joanaferreira3676
    @joanaferreira3676 Před 4 lety

    Oh god, you have no idea how much this video provided me with so much guidance. Thank you so much!

  • @sandrajovic9304
    @sandrajovic9304 Před 4 lety +3

    I find when I let go of suppressed pain and anger, the ego turns to confidence. I can't stress enough, (even always reminding myself) the importance of letting it all out and "getting things off your chest". Weather with a person u feel safe with or writing a journal.
    I realize I'm saying some things you've already touched on, but in different words... But I appreciate the work you do and it helps (me) a whole lot, so thank you so much❤

  • @dianadetrick7785
    @dianadetrick7785 Před rokem +1

    I am genuinely grateful for finding these videos. It’s in alignment with where I want to be and spirit led. Thank you!

  • @sylitona3457
    @sylitona3457 Před 4 lety +1

    VERY intereresting! Love that you focus on the ego, most thinkers focus on the 'negation' of ego. You, describe it exactly the way I experince this. Really good job

  • @torshops
    @torshops Před 3 lety +1

    Love the simplicity in this SO important teaching

  • @MichaelPutsch
    @MichaelPutsch Před rokem +2

    Dr. Nicole- your videos help a lot! The inner life/Journey is the real one.
    ( You make me proud to be from Philly. You GO GIRL!)

  • @glassbackdiy3949
    @glassbackdiy3949 Před 4 lety

    Really like your content, boiling it down to the main points without waffling on for an hour is so refreshing for these topics :)

  • @maryterhune7447
    @maryterhune7447 Před 4 lety +2

    Love your work. The ego, a case of mistaken identity! Like the way you break it down to be able to see this. Yes we are that consciousness awakening to itself. Enjoy your presentation...simple yet profound!

  • @fisherroastedpeanut
    @fisherroastedpeanut Před 4 lety +1

    You’re absolutely amazing. About time for humanity to slowly (but surely!) shift into a new awareness/paradigm.

  • @christinae30
    @christinae30 Před 3 lety +1

    WOW!!!
    So meaningful, so on point and so "elegant" in a mathematical way (clear, concise and short) 🤩
    And this is the first time someone explained the awakening everybody always goes on about (and me 🤔?) so that I finally understand it! Thank you!

  • @francismontanez5121
    @francismontanez5121 Před 4 lety +1

    I am so glad that you state that is normal to fluctuate between steps 2 and 3 because I constantly catch myself in certain conversation being able to take a moment and think before reacting while in others of course the ones that trigger me the most are the ones I just react right away and latter think back like ugh I should have waited and thought this through!

  • @yolernlimn3574
    @yolernlimn3574 Před 3 lety +1

    I am learning so much. Thank you for your amazing videos. They are life changing. Thank you. I’ve learnt so much more here then I have in 5 years of therapy. And you’re giving me tools to use.

  • @imaniford119
    @imaniford119 Před rokem +2

    This was one of the most useful videos I have read. It's helped me forgive some of my emotional reactivity, but it also helps me see that I am often in pain when I am in stages 1 or 2. I'm still working on being more responsive when certain wounds are triggered. Phew, it's a journey.

  • @aniselmb
    @aniselmb Před 3 lety +1

    That was just beautifully explained! Thank you so much!

  • @drex8682
    @drex8682 Před 4 lety +1

    I as a whole (ego + consciousness) am so proud to actually KNOW what you mean and to relate to that and it gives me warmth in my heart to know that I'm not "doing it wrong" (see I'm flactuating) and that I'm not alone in this! It's so cool to know we're not alone (even though my ego sometimes wants me to be all there is), I'm glad I'm witnessing and understanding myself better! ALL THANKS TO YOU DR. NICOLE

  • @ravishingtwinkle3811
    @ravishingtwinkle3811 Před 4 lety

    I just want to tell one thing to you . Thank You. For helping people throughout the world.

  • @tabitha5743
    @tabitha5743 Před 3 lety

    Interesting this ego work has been a practice of mine these past few years and I wasn’t aware of what it was called. Been determined to change long standing practices. It hasn’t been easy...and like you mentioned not in order but I’ve personally noticed the change and so have those around me both positive and negatively.
    CZcams is my only form of social media is it possible that the content you release on Instagram be posted here. Thank you for these videos they are helping me understand...myself better at 45 yrs of age than never before!

  • @georgemcwilliams4466
    @georgemcwilliams4466 Před 4 lety +1

    This video has value. It summarizes the “path of the mind”. You still will need to walk the “path of the heart/body”.

  • @mathewerven9
    @mathewerven9 Před 3 lety +2

    I thought the ego was the enemy for the longest time. Now I realize it's a teacher

  • @truseeker1
    @truseeker1 Před rokem

    Omg I just love you so much! Thank you for all that you do, and how you share without any sponsors or subscribe and all that bs. Thank you for giving us the gift we all deserve❤️🙏🙌🌟

  • @DrShawnaFreshwater
    @DrShawnaFreshwater Před 4 lety +1

    It is so wonderful that you are presenting the 2600-year-old Buddhist Eastern wisdoms.

  • @creightonjewkes9124
    @creightonjewkes9124 Před 4 lety +1

    Love the videos on ego! Very practical, and would love to see more videos like these :)

  • @jodezaca4052
    @jodezaca4052 Před 4 lety +3

    Really helpful! I've recently been trying to understand what the ego is.

  • @scottshenton6610
    @scottshenton6610 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for the helpful video. I hope everyone who reads this is having a day filled with peace, love, happiness, and joy. My love extends to you all.

  • @MS-ns4ki
    @MS-ns4ki Před 6 měsíci

    I love listening to this man. I also do see people for who they are, and try to except that even though sometimes it’s very hard.

  • @stevengray8663
    @stevengray8663 Před 3 lety

    Much appreciated Nicole/Tiffany!

  • @deela262
    @deela262 Před 2 lety

    A very complex thing was so simply explained. Thank you!
    Just as I realised that fluctuations are normal, and mind like the sea .. sometimes stormy, sometimes calm .. this video affirms it . Guess it was a glimpse of witnessing.

  • @2106harish
    @2106harish Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent video, well explained. Will use in my work and in my meditation group. Thank you!

  • @nadiaa2748
    @nadiaa2748 Před 9 měsíci

    Another excellent little gem from you. Thank you

  • @mammybelle7302
    @mammybelle7302 Před 4 lety +1

    I'm glad to learn that I'm fluctuating between 2 & 3. Phew! It's bloody hard! But now I know where I am and its "normal" I can now relax...x Thank you...x 🌸

  • @Cassdawn513
    @Cassdawn513 Před 4 lety +2

    Amazing as always beautiful soul thank you!

  • @mariferpichardo655
    @mariferpichardo655 Před rokem

    Thank you so much! You truly have taught me so much just from watching a few of your videos!

  • @tavoiaiono7885
    @tavoiaiono7885 Před 4 lety +1

    Yes. I do this....however I often check myself now if Im judging someone or something and I explore why I have attracted this person or this experience to myself.
    I thank it for the experience and let it go. Love and light xxx

  • @juanmarin3939
    @juanmarin3939 Před rokem

    Thank you for this information about the ego and how to respond to life situations in life.

  • @deepamehta1110
    @deepamehta1110 Před 6 měsíci

    You’re the best! I hope you do more ego stuff. It’s the crux of all suffering and attachment. ❤

  • @veerukabaka6470
    @veerukabaka6470 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for this, I had no clue these exist. You have a beautiful handwriting Dr!

  • @Michael-fn2fu
    @Michael-fn2fu Před 4 lety +12

    I have found as I float in and out and around these "stages" I thus learn more and more about this Consciousness and the shift that has and is still taking place, it's like some sort of cosmic inner dance 🙏🏽 thank you ✨

    • @dreamsaresharedhere_
      @dreamsaresharedhere_ Před 4 lety

      Its the essence of nothingness. Everything manifests from this space. I think we misunderstand what nothingness really means

    • @Aylon5D
      @Aylon5D Před 4 lety

      @@dreamsaresharedhere_ yes, nothingness is "not a thing" but the pure unlimitted creative potential where everything emerges out of.

  • @earlegavin5931
    @earlegavin5931 Před 2 lety

    As a person in recovery I find this so helpful,it's very true I'm not that person in the stories I've told,I'm just finding out who I am after 37 years and I'm 53.
    And I have been watching your videos and about the inner child goes hand and hand with the ego
    Thanks

  • @THOMAS_MHDS
    @THOMAS_MHDS Před 8 měsíci

    I have seriously vicious violent fantasies about seeking retribution upon those that put me down. Glad I found this channel.

  • @bee509
    @bee509 Před 3 lety +1

    At work I'm a solid 3 even though its stressful and constantly changing. Around dysfunctional family however I'm 2 and 3, working on it. Thank you for the videos👍

  • @LilachLavy
    @LilachLavy Před 4 lety

    This is a Majestic video !

  • @mandolaa4855
    @mandolaa4855 Před 3 lety

    I'm really greatful we have so many sources of information these days, especially internet. We really can improve ourselves🙏 knowledge is power Indeed

  • @DarrenMcGill442
    @DarrenMcGill442 Před 3 lety

    Meditation seems like a good place to begin this process of understanding. Thank you, doctor for your deep insights.

  • @xagon2012
    @xagon2012 Před 4 lety

    We talk a lot about this in my group therapy but we have never introduced these categories. This is pretty helpful and can perhaps also serve as a sort of reminder and anchor to keep myself from falling into unconscious reactive behavior which still sometimes occurs.

  • @Buddhamaster44
    @Buddhamaster44 Před 4 lety +1

    Hey Nicole, Erik here, thanks for the vid ! , I am also coaching my clients this, coming out of the DNOTS myself. What you also often see, is the false positive side of the ego trying to gain control again, even in the state of fluctuation.. 😊, having judgemental ego thoughts like, oh why am I not in stage 4 yet ?, I want to be enlightened, why is it taken so long?... i will be in stage 4 in a couple of months ! etc etc. even then, and especially then you have to be the witness, be aware... tire the ego Lion out into acceptance on a deeper level.... and then we have integration 🙏💫.. let the mind become your friend as Mooji so nicely put it... but be aware of the life and death struggle of the ego. Just wanted to share that...in love and light Nicole... 🦋💖🙏🛐 Erik

  • @katrina-ann4004
    @katrina-ann4004 Před 4 lety +1

    Oh man bang on. Ok I was wondering if it’s tick the boxes or fluctuate. Because that’s what has been happening. The day I realized all this big eye opener wow.

  • @holliebingham1311
    @holliebingham1311 Před 4 lety +2

    I love all of your videos, thank you! :)

  • @KhuleNxumalo
    @KhuleNxumalo Před 4 lety

    Got to love the importance of consciousness. This simply tought me a lesson not to ne fully immersed in my emotions and learn how better I can be to responsiveness.

  • @CK-wi1td
    @CK-wi1td Před 4 lety

    Extremely helpful. You have no idea . Thank you.

  • @amydel6336
    @amydel6336 Před 2 lety

    This was very helpful, thank you!

  • @Dux22
    @Dux22 Před 6 měsíci

    So true. 🙌 Thank you.

  • @shumeister1059
    @shumeister1059 Před 4 lety

    Super helpful and to the point. I really appreciate your videos.

  • @GhulamShabbir786
    @GhulamShabbir786 Před 4 lety +1

    Ego mean Self Awareness or sense of Self Respect. Thank you Dr. Nicole

  • @leahobrien2460
    @leahobrien2460 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for your wisdom great conformation of inner prompts

  • @gc7304
    @gc7304 Před 3 lety

    Very plain and objective explanation.. Thank you

  • @theresacash4182
    @theresacash4182 Před 4 lety

    Yes, very helpful. Peace to you Dr. Nicole

  • @briannaarrington3435
    @briannaarrington3435 Před 4 lety

    Right on time with this sis!

  • @moriahharte6559
    @moriahharte6559 Před 4 lety

    Thank you for this 🙏🏻💗

  • @SHEFWILLY
    @SHEFWILLY Před 3 lety +1

    This video changed my life.

  • @donnahamilton9826
    @donnahamilton9826 Před rokem

    Thank you for your work

  • @CatsBestFinds59
    @CatsBestFinds59 Před 3 lety

    Amazing "user friendly" explanation, thank you.

  • @soulscompasshealing
    @soulscompasshealing Před 4 lety

    WOW wonderful explanations! Thank you SO much!!!!!

  • @cr4zyftw
    @cr4zyftw Před 4 lety

    Valuable and straight forward information.

  • @beller8501
    @beller8501 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you🌷

  • @franzieberlin
    @franzieberlin Před 4 lety

    really cool and very helpful, thank you Dr Nicole !

  • @marypaulosky2214
    @marypaulosky2214 Před 3 lety +1

    Found you at the perfect time!

  • @ujjwalbhardwaj661
    @ujjwalbhardwaj661 Před 4 lety

    Thankyou for this video ❤️

  • @starcoreart
    @starcoreart Před 2 lety

    very nice. thank you.
    love your gestures

  • @danquarterman
    @danquarterman Před 4 lety

    This was super helpful. THANK YOU!

  • @AloneInTheVoid
    @AloneInTheVoid Před 4 lety

    Beautiful presentation!

  • @meghanmengel1026
    @meghanmengel1026 Před 4 lety +2

    I will be forever grateful to you and your partner because your stories and your work have done so much for me. This work has ended a 2.5 year separation between my husband and I and we are both evolving rapidly💜 thank you so much

    • @sweetbeep
      @sweetbeep Před 6 měsíci

      Can I ask how it's going currently?

  • @sandrajovic9304
    @sandrajovic9304 Před 4 lety

    I woke up this morning battling with my ego. Has this video been helpful? All I can say is, Dr.Nichol, is your always just in time and on point🎯🏀🎳 🌟🌟🌟 *much love and respect*