What does it mean to have an ego?

Where does the ego arise from?

Man seeks to answer these questions through intellect

He traps himself in the way of the Mind

The Ego looks at the past, it sees the future, it perceives and creates desire

Little does this man know, that these multiply his misery

It produces anxiety, anger, resentment and attachment

It burdens his life

Yet it also brings him joy

With each little win, he puffs his chest

With each loss, he vows to fight harder

Should Man forcefully control his ego?

Over and over

The Intelligent Man has tried and failed

Only multiplying his desires and suffering

Perhaps there is another Way

But only for a tired Man

For such a Man can be ready