The Ego Trap of Social Media
15 Mar 2026 · 1 min
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In this short talk, Eckhart Tolle observes how Facebook can become a catalyst for egoic comparison and feelings of inadequacy. He notes that while many people use the platform without egoic intent, the act of posting photos and seeing others' curated lives often leads viewers to think, “Everything is going right for them, why not for me?” This comparison can trap users in a cycle of self‑assertion and judgment. Tolle clarifies that not every Facebook user is caught in this trap, but he emphasizes that millions are, highlighting the subtle way social media can feed the ego.
