Good Vibes, Good Life: How Self-Love Is the Key to Unlocking Your Greatness

by Vex King

In Mexican Spanish, the word engentado describes this particular feeling. It refers to the feeling of wanting to be away from people after spending time with them.

This is the work of the ego. Your ego is your self-image created by thought. It’s your social mask, one that constantly requires validation because it lives in fear of losing its sense of identity. When you’re upset because someone doesn’t like you, it’s your ego operating: you validate your existence based on their approval.