EGO

It is no
strength of character,
it is no
positive trait
of humanity,
it is no
sign of maturity,
it is no
representation of
academic or professional
accomplishment of any magnitude.

It brings the
evil side of
character to the fore,
and drowns out
the good deeds—
well-recognized, highly
appreciated—in a
matter of few seconds.

It hurts the
loved ones,
severs relationships,
creates life-long rifts
between best friends,
splits families, flares
the flame of animosity,
and leaves everyone
with the bitter feeling
of dejection and desolation.

It has ill-effect,
it has destructive
power, it has
reach beyond an
individual’s control,
it has a name—EGO.