What does this even mean? Can you further define ego and how it can be classified as "weak" or "strong"?
this post was submitted on 15 Nov 2025
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- Weak Ego
Core idea: Fragile, unstable sense of self.
Examples: Needs validation. Changes personality to fit the group. Identity shifts based on the people around them
- Healthy Ego
Core idea: Balanced confidence, Very solid internal core, high independence.
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Can admit mistakes without shame. Holds boundaries kindly. Handles stress without panicking. Doesn’t need to prove anything.
Interesting. I don't think I would classify these behaviors has ego, but as social anxiety.
No I mean the "unstable self" part. Someone with an unstable self can be easily manipulated and hurt.
Ego is typically considered bad
Are you talking about self confidence?