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I think an ego can be augmented. Ego is not only a feeling of one being a "self", but a sense of self-worth or self-esteem. When one feels that they are worth a lot, then they have a large ego or are egotistical. Ego can be augmnted by compliments, achievements, et cetera. Also, just to state my view on the subject, ego is a negative aspect of the human personality as a general concept, although a very small amount is necessary for continued survival in the physical world. In general, ego is the reason people can be insulted, causes violence, and many other negative activities within society.
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