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Our ancestors had a one-size-fits-all approach to solving their problems: if someone were different, they would kill them. If someone were sickly or weak, they would kill them. Even people who were exiled were hunted down and killed sooner or later. Today, it is barbaric to go around killing people. We no longer use a hatchet to do so, but our massive egos are still capable of killing the things we are most threatened by. The ego thrives on fear and keeps us in a primal, fight-or-flight state. In this state, we behave like wild animals. Unfortunately, we can never fully destroy the ego. The only thing we can do is tame it through social domestication and training.

Here are eight ways to achieve that:

1. Accept the primordial parts of the self
There are certain behaviors that are embedded in all humans, which are necessary for survival. However, when a behavior becomes instinctual, it is virtually impossible to control. Social domestication has altered our genetic code, much like a dog or cat. But, it has caused suppression, making the ego stronger. We need to train the ego to learn self-control.

2. Human domestication is part of the ego-taming process
Human domestication aims to weed out bad traits and tame the primal instincts and wild nature. It’s a means of giving the ego self-restraint. However, suppression results in the ego becoming much stronger. Then the ego acts out by defecating on the living room floor. We need to train the ego to control itself.

3. Choose not to be overly defensive
When someone smells your ‘stuff’ and calls you out on it, you react like a wild animal. You become uncivilized, where all problems were fixed with one simple solution: Kill! Your ego wants to kill anyone and everyone who makes you feel bad. Suppression causes the ego to spiral out of control. Negative energy will always be released when given the right opportunity.

4. Recognize that the ego is a part of you
You need the ego to survive and grow. However, the ego must know its place. When you suppress the ego, you suppress the natural parts of yourself, making you less creative and spontaneous. To stop suppressing the ego, learn to live in the moment.

5. Surrender control
Your ego wants to turn you into a control freak. You need to start learning to be a giver and appreciate people’s shortcomings and mistakes. You have to learn to use experiences as life lessons that will help you become a better person.

6. Be less judgmental
Control freaks have massive egos that cause them to be extremely judgmental. You need to ease off the judgments and start to accept everything and everyone as they are.

7. Stand up to your ego when it acts like a bully
Bullies, like pit bull terriers, have been beaten and abused by their owners. Your ego’s approach to confrontation is like a dogfight, bare its teeth and mangle anyone who poses a threat. When you are in confrontation with others, recognize when your ego is in a fight or flight mode. Combat this by asking yourself why and visualizing yourself in a safe and secure place.

8. Your ego wants to be your best friend
If you have anger issues, are impulsive or short-tempered, have a lot of regrets and treat people badly, you have to face your fears. The ego thrives on fear, and behind fear is the feeling of vulnerability. We can allow ourselves to be vulnerable when we feel safe and secure. To reprogram your mind, visualize yourself in a safe and secure place.

In conclusion, the ego is a primordial part of the self, and many behaviors associated with the ego are instinctual and thus difficult to control. We can never fully destroy the ego, but we can tame it by mastering these eight life-changing tips. By recognizing that the ego is part of us, practicing mindfulness, and being less judgmental, we can train the ego to behave and not act like a wild, uncivilized animal. The process of ego-taming requires patience, effort, and self-discipline, but it is a process that can lead to a more peaceful, happy, and fulfilling life.