“I think there’s a big misconception about what “ego” means. The traditional psychological term “ego” really means self, the basic sense of self. But the way I use it, ego and self aren’t the same thing, exactly. Ego is an attachment to self. It’s an identification.
Identification with self is the issue. That’s what ego is: it’s a tendency to say, “I am my thoughts” or “I know who I am.” After awakening, there’s still a sense of self, but it’s surrendered into unknowing. But there’s a sense of it hanging around. It’s allowed.”
– James Wood, Gratitude
Svaha 
I am copying this from my own blog. Just wanted to make sure that you get this on this Thanksgiving Day, my dear friend!
Do you know that meeting you inspired me to start writing this blog, which provided so much comfort for me in the last year. Reading your blog made me discover Adyashanti, whose teachings I now study all the time. And finally, and probably most importantly, meeting you made me realize that it is possible to find and study with an awakened teacher. I have been working with one for almost a year now. What gifts you have given me! I am so grateful for you!
Thank you! Sending many thanks for sharing the journey… very grateful for the connection here!