The Shadow of The Self: Maxims on The Self, The Ego, Love, Relationships, & The Matrix of Society

The Shadow of The Self is about the difference between who you truly are and who you are not. It explores the mystery of thoughts and emotions that are projected from a place of security and those that are projected from a place of insecurity. Through the Maxims of this book you will be able to accurately grasp the masquerading drama of humanity in contrast to what it is that we are truly seeking. This is what makes The Shadow of The Self a perfect companion to the previous book, “The Identity Process”.There is a certain pathological condition in our world because we are out of touch with our true nature. Through this book, you will gain the insight to identify and skillfully quiet the negative-narrator (in thought and emotion) so you can recognize what is false and what is true about yourself and your life. Through this book you will learn that the negative-narrator is your own ego influenced by the Ego of the world. You will be able to grasp how the negative-narrator prevents you from expressing your highest good and greatest potential until you master it.When we realize our greatest challenge and greatest enemy is within ourselves we can improve every relationship whether romantic or business. When we realize our greatest ally is also within, we awaken to the silliness of our fears and the beauty of our courage. The Shadow of The Self is a great book for individuals, couples, parents, teams, and leaders. The maxims in this book paint a picture of the human psyche in a way that allows you to navigate the issues of life from an empowered standpoint. These maxims help define the matrix of personhood vs The Matrix of Selfhood. ”Personhood” is the nature of the Ego or Shadow. “Selfhood” is The Nature of The Self- Who and What You Truly Are.Everything in our world, our way of existing, and lifestyle, are a result of what we know of and think of ourselves culturally- communally, and individually. We have answers for everything except, “Who am I?” and "What am I here to do?” This has no small impact on our society, systems, and innovations. Understanding the matrices of Selfhood and personhood are the most important aspects of knowledge since we are alive, as selves and acting as persons. With this knowledge we can come to the best conclusion of how we can build meaningful lives and pleasant societies.Some would like to say “The boogey-man isn’t real”. The “boogey-man” personifies something we all know- that negative, fear-causing voice in your own head. The “boogey-man”, is your Shadow- your Ego, sinisterly imitating The True Self. We have been living as our Shadow for so long that we automatically think and behave according to its suggestions. This doesn’t have to be the case. The habit of believing every negative thing you think can be transformed to actively choosing to be and create the life you love.