Question 212: Amma says: “Through a series of editing, cutting and pasting, the mind manipulates what it hears, to make it fit its story.” How do you understand this? Please make your answer brief and clear (maximum 5 or 6 lines).

Question 211: Amma says: “Be careful not to fall in love with your own ego, in the name of loving others, serving them or doing spiritual practices.” How do you understand this? Please make your answer brief and clear (maximum 5 or 6 lines).

Question 206: Amma says: “The predominant tendency of the ego is to seek as much attention as possible. The ego thrives on this.” How do you understand this? Please make your answer brief and clear (maximum 5 or 6 lines).

Question 142: “Can self-confidence be free of ego?” Please make your answer clear and brief (maximum 5 or 6 lines).