My insight after reading the chapter in “Kabbalah Revealed”:
We have to fight our egoism in order to attain similarity to the Creator, BUT at the same time be greatful for our vessel (will to receive) which we have been given in this lower world. Without a strong vessel, we would not have the desire, the will to continue on the road to the higher worlds.
Egoism is not the enemy, it is the instrument. Just like a hammer, it could be used to destroy or to build, depending on the intention of the hand holding it.
I want to get started, learn the basics in a structured way, get to know the how the course system works. I know the way ahead of me is a long one, so let’s take it one step at a time.
….and my heart rejoices at the prospect of getting answers to it’s questions about life and what we are doing here in this world, so I hope to be able to come one little step closer to understanding.