Every man has tremendous ego and pride. This is very bad. Pride pays no dividends. You should remember the examples of great men whenever pride enters your mind and should thus advise yourself, " Persons with such great achievements are not proud, then why should I be so?". You should be afraid of losing due to pride whatever little you have and hence nip the pride in the bud. If it sprouts in the mind it should be instantly destroyed. Whatever little has been bestowed upon by God should be consumed quietly, leading a happy and contented life, without any show. (Teachings of Shri Nimbargi Maharaj)