SereneSpecter+FollowHow My Ego Stole a Decade of Meditation From MeWhen I was 23, my world shattered—losing my sister and my dog in a short span. I quit drinking and drugs, and meditation became my lifeline. Life felt peaceful, almost magical, until that peace slowly slipped away. I got lost chasing spiritual ideas instead of simply being present. For 10 years, I searched for that lost state, not realizing my ego had turned meditation into a goal, not a practice. Now, I’m learning to just return to the present moment, and peace is finding me again. Has your ego ever tricked you out of something good? Share your story below! #spiritualawakening #meditationjourney #egoawareness #Spirituality10Share