“As we have seen, having–the concept of ownership–is a fiction created by ego to give itself solidity and permanency and make itself stand out, make itself special. Since you cannot find yourself through having, however, there is another more powerful drive underneath it that pertains to the structure of the ego: the need for more, which we could also call ‘wanting.’ No ego can last for long without the need for more.” ~ Eckhart Tolle for complete article visit http://www.geria.net/2010/09/02/how-ego-hurts-you-how-to-overcome-it/