What does the term river stage mean? Water science questions and answers, from the USGS Water Science School
According to Sigmund Freud, the ego is part of personality that mediates the demands of the id, the superego and reality. The ego prevents us from acting on our basic urges (created by the id), but also works to achieve a balance with our moral and idealistic standards (created by the superego).
An unhealthy ego is like a shield, protecting us from the outside world, but also preventing us from loving ourselves and our lives. An unhealthy ego will tell you to stick to whatâs comfortable, to avoid uncertainty, and to have unrealistic expectations of yourself and others.