For those who follow thought leader and business writer Ryan Holiday, the pitfall of ego is not news. It figured prominently in his books, "The Obstacle Is the Way and, more recently, Ego Is the Enemy." Holiday's perspective on this is clear: In an era marked by ubiquitous participation awards, constant affirmation via social media and seas of validating memes, it's easy to put oneself on a pedestal. This also makes us vulnerable — our worth falls to pieces when spotlights, affirmations and commendations don't land squarely on us.
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