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You Are Not Who You Think You Are

You Are Not Who You Think You Are

By GhanyPublished 26 days ago 3 min read
You Are Not Who You Think You Are
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You Are Not Who You Think You Are

The Human Being Between Physical Nature and Higher Meaning

When we observe the human being through a purely biological lens, we see a body of flesh and blood, driven by instincts and desires that seem endless. The body seeks comfort, pleasure, and instant gratification, as if it is the center of the universe and nothing else matters. But is this the real definition of a human being?

Certainly not. The body is part of us, but it does not represent the entire human identity. It is only a vessel that carries the mind, the soul, and consciousness. The body is a tool, not a destination. The true human being is the one who rises above the physical form and controls it, rather than becoming a servant to it.

The Self: The Hidden Face of Desire and Ego

By its nature, the human self leans toward selfishness. It loves possession, craves what others have, and seeks pleasure even at the cost of someone else’s suffering. If left without restraint, the self turns into a beast, consuming values and ignoring principles for the sake of its own interests.

It never feels satisfied; the more it gains, the more it demands. It wants to dominate and stand above everyone else, even if it means losing integrity.

But does the self represent the true essence of a human being?

The answer is no. The human being is not defined by selfishness. Instead, selfishness is a challenge that must be confronted. Desire is not identity; it is a test.

The Devil: The Whisper That Fuels Weakness

The struggle of humanity isn’t limited to the body and the self. There is another whispering force that pushes toward wrongdoing—the devil. It manipulates natural desires and transforms them into destructive paths.

Rather than creating evil from nothing, it exploits weaknesses and amplifies them. It convinces the self to justify mistakes, to disguise ego as ambition, and to make selfishness seem logical.

But the presence of this whisper does not exist to defeat the human being. It exists to reveal strength, discipline, and the ability to resist.

The Soul: The Truest Version of You

You are not your body.

You are not your ego.

You are not your desires.

You are not the whisper that leads you astray.

Your true identity is your soul.

The soul is the essence that elevates humanity and gives it dignity. It connects you to morality, to meaning, and to a purpose beyond material existence. The soul guides the mind, disciplines the self, and reigns over the body.

It is the part of you capable of love, sacrifice, forgiveness, and compassion. It is the voice that says “stop,” when desire pushes you forward. It is the force that says “no,” when the path is wrong.

The Inner Battle: A Struggle for Elevation, Not Defeat

The reality of human existence is a daily battle—not a physical one, but a conscious one. The body demands, the self seduces, the devil whispers, and the soul resists.

This resistance is not weakness. It is the highest form of strength.

The weak surrender.

The strong endure.

The human being rises.

You are not defined by instinct.

You are defined by choice.

And because you can choose, you are responsible and dignified.

This journey of conflict is not meant to destroy you, but to elevate you. You are not merely reacting to life—you are shaping it.

You Are Superior Because You Fight

Greatness does not come from the absence of desire. It comes from resisting it.

Strength does not come from never facing temptation. It comes from overcoming it.

You are honored not because you are flawless, but because you strive.

You are elevated not because you are perfect, but because you persist.

You are superior—not in arrogance, but in the power to rise.

Conclusion: You Are a Journey of Ascension

In the end, the human being is a complex creation: a body that demands, a self that tempts, a whisper that misleads, and a soul that uplifts.

You are not what pulls you downward.

You are what helps you rise.

You are not your desires, but your values.

Not your instincts, but your conscience.

Not your weaknesses, but your will.

You are not just the person you see in the mirror.

You are the one only you can see within.

And that is the real meaning of being human.

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  • donia osama23 days ago

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