The Ego is a confusing paradox. Many are in agreement that ego was bad, that it destroyed creativity and happiness, that they knew plenty of toxic egomaniacs who had wrecked themselves. But they still think Ego is important.

It starts where our notion of ourselves and the world grows so strong that it begins to distort the reality which surrounds us. 

It is a deep and continuous connection to the world around us. The Ego disconnects us from reality, stifling creativity.