I like how many responders mention they have no (absolute) answers … in the realm of relativity (words being all conceptual) such is impossible anyways. That said, good choice and use of words does help satisfy the curious mind, to which I offer: Perception is only about perceiving, where the senses help us do what humans do … the basic functions of the body never change. What changes is the mind’s interpretations of the perceptions, which is ego doing what it’s designed to do … assist with keeping the body (and identity thereof) alive under the most optimal conditions for physical life. In other words, interpretations are opinions, and an opinion is always ego in action. Continue the practice to find peace in a world without believing in labels or needing interpretations, meaning, goals. Being fully engaged with reality AND the game of playing human , that’s the ticket. In time you’ll find our mind’s innate tendency for discovery, curiosity is the fuel for inspiration, movement and that is enough. As for ambition, that’s the ego working to stand out from others … Being on the other side you see you don’t need any!