With recent events unfolding in my life, mainly the Alabama trip, I have a new found confidence about everything around me. In my work, my kung fu, even my social interactions with people. I feel great, but there is a little part of me questioning how far I'm letting this confidence go.
I have been pondering the difference between having confidence and an ego. What is the turning point between the two? How do you recognize when you go beyond just being confident and start developing an ego?
Confidence is defined by dictionary.com as, "Belief in oneself and one's powers or abilities."
Ego is defined as, "Self-esteem or self image"
Knowing this, it seems both relate to your outlook on yourself and what you can do. So again, what is the difference? I believe it may be that you are more attached to your accomplishments and your reputation when you have an ego. You are proud and you do not wish for anyone to question you. In contrary, when you are simply confident in yourself, you know you have the ability to do something, but you are not worried what people think about you.
Food for thought, I guess. To those reading this, what is your take on the subject? I'm still puzzled writing this and other perspectives and thoughts would be great. Thanks everyone. See you on the mats!
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