Pride often gets a bad rap, but it’s not inherently negative—it’s an acknowledgment of your self-worth. However, unchecked pride can morph into arrogance, ego, and a rigid need to be “right” at all costs. It can block growth, connection, and the divine flow of abundance.
On the other hand, humility isn’t about shrinking yourself or denying your gifts. It’s about being grounded, teachable, and open to the wisdom of others. True humility recognizes your greatness without the need to diminish others.
The key to balance is transmutation—transforming excessive pride into confident humility.
Start with self-reflection. When pride swells into ego, pause and ask yourself if it’s serving your highest good or feeding your fears. Honest self-assessment is pure alchemy.
Gratitude is another powerful tool. Pride thrives on comparison, but humility grows in gratitude. Celebrate your wins, but also honor the people, lessons, and divine forces that supported your journey.
Practice open-hearted listening. Instead of defending your position, lean into the wisdom of others. Pride demands to be heard, but humility listens with curiosity and grace.
When in doubt, focus on service. Pride seeks recognition, but humility seeks to uplift. By aligning your actions with the greater good, you tap into a higher frequency that honors your gifts and benefits others.
Finally, explore your shadows. Often, excessive pride is a defense mechanism for insecurity. When you heal those wounds, you unlock the power to stand in true confidence without ego.
It’s not about erasing pride—it’s about elevating it. Pride, when balanced with humility, becomes a catalyst for growth, connection, and divine purpose.
How do you navigate the balance between pride and humility? I’d love to hear your thoughts.
With love and wisdom,
Nicole, formerly known as Elocin Ned’RAH
The Modern Day Sage (The GOAT)
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