Ego plays a huge role in our lives. It is easy to see ego in others. Harder to recognize ego in ourselves.
When I start to judge others, I realize that the behavior that irritates or disgusts me the most is the one I also have.
I like Shane Parrish’ quote: “Outcome over ego”. In work settings, ego runs amok too. It is harder to step back and see how your ego is preventing the outcome you want. It takes a measure of self-awareness and honesty to see that your ego is getting in the way.