Our Ego vs. Our Soul

By Barbara Whitfield

THE VOICE OF THE EGO

(level of mind)

Flatters

Commands

Demands

Tests

Chooses for you

Imprisons

Promotes dependency

Intrudes

Pushes

Excludes

Instills fear

Is status oriented

Judges

Insists on obedience

Often claims ultimate authority

Offers shortcuts

Seeks personal gratification

THE VOICE OF THE SPIRIT

(level of soul)

Informs

Suggests

Guides

Nudges

Leaves choice to you

Empowers

Promotes independence

Respects

Supports

Includes

Promotes well-being


Is free and open

Accepts i
ndividuality

Encourages growth and development

Recognizes a higher power

Offers integration

Lives in unconditional love