Listen "EP38 – When Ego Becomes Your god"
Episode Synopsis
Ego doesn’t only show up in arrogance.Sometimes it shows up in comparison, constant noise, and the need to be seen.In this episode, I reflect on the Qur’anic warning about taking one’s desires as a god, and how that manifests in the digital age.I talk about:The ego behind constant debates and public “wins”Comparing your journey to others and how it quietly drains barakahWhat digital hijrah really means in practiceRenewing trust in Allah ﷻ and purifying intention in a distracted worldThis is a personal reflection — a reminder to myself first — about choosing clarity over noise, growth over validation, and sincerity over applause.Timeline:0:00 Introduction1:25 Today's Topic – Digital 'Hijrah'3:50 Comparative Disorder – How it affected me7:44 A recurring problem I keep seeing9:39 Why the Ego is so dangerous...13:05 What is the 'Digital Hijrah'?20:15 Closing Remarks & Final Advice
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