Why “Self” is the Biggest Illusion — Buddhist Wisdom?

Imagine you're playing with your favorite toy, it feels completely like you, but what if it's actually just a part of something bigger?

"Self" is the biggest illusion because we think we’re all by ourselves, when really, we are connected to everything around us, like how a toy car needs the road to move.

Imagine you have a big bag of snacks. You think you're the only one who gets to eat them. But then your friend comes over and wants some too. Suddenly, it’s not just your snack anymore, it’s shared. That's like "self": we think we’re all alone in our feelings, thoughts, and actions, but actually, everything is connected.

Think of "Self" as that toy car you love. You believe it moves by itself. But when you look closer, you see the wheels turn because you push it, just like how your thoughts and feelings are part of a bigger world, not all coming from you alone.

So next time you feel like everything is only about you, remember: you’re sharing the road with everyone else! Imagine you're playing with your favorite toy, it feels completely like you, but what if it's actually just a part of something bigger?

"Self" is the biggest illusion because we think we’re all by ourselves, when really, we are connected to everything around us, like how a toy car needs the road to move.