‘Angel in Marble’ by David Michaelengelo, is a perfect metaphor for understanding The Journey From Ego to Soul. David said, “I saw an angel in marble and I freed him.”

Michelangelo stated that when he carved the sculpture David, he was merely extracting what was already present in the marble. That is the task at hand on this quest. We, too, must chip away at the ego’s fortifications. Eliminate the beliefs that others have imposed on us. And purge ourselves of items that no longer serve us or bring us joy.

Our soul and ego are both integral parts of who we are, and we can think of them as diametrically opposed aspects of ourselves that coexist and emerge when we need them, depending on the situation.

You have to grow from the inside out. None can teach you. None can make you spiritual. There is no other teacher but your own soul. ~ Swami Vivekananda

Is Ego vs Soul= Good vs Bad?

When we consider ego vs soul, it’s natural to see one as good, the soul, and the other as bad, the ego. However, this is not the case.

“Ego” is the Latin word for “I,” and I believe that this definition adequately conveys what the ego means on its own.

The ego is who we are in our minds; it is made up of conscious thoughts and beliefs, labels, and a sense of self-identity.

The ego is advantageous when it comes to decision-making because it is adept at weighing consequences and outcomes and viewing situations objectively. It is also a motivating force that can assist us in thriving in today’s society – it frequently gets the job done, regardless of the reason.

It also determines our own perspective on the external world, though this is frequently distorted by our own emotions and prior experiences, rather than by objective reality. And, in contrast to the soul, it is primarily self-serving, focused on your own wants and needs rather than the collective.

Priorities appear to be skewed in contemporary society. We’ll spend time exercising, acquiring new skills for work, or binge-watching our favourite television show. However, we do not prioritise our spiritual development. The egoic mind does not require us to connect with our authentic selves. However, it is the only part of us that we take with us when we die. That is why it is critical that we awaken.