This diagram I show to clients at the beginning of our work together in a series of sessions, to show them the process of Ego transformation. It is also to prepare them for the "down times" that can occur, usually around the 3rd or 4th session, when the Ego starts to fight back! Often the Ego fears/doubts will flare up right before they are tampered down (like a candle that flares up before being extinguished)!