First, the realization that one is not identical with any of the layers of the ego listed above. But if we are not identical with them, who are we? Total surrender of ego occurs when the level of self-identification and awareness reaches the level of Atma (perfect spirit). Then the being says to himself, I am one with the perfect spirit (Atma) or I am one with God.
Surrender of ego cannot occur until the level of consciousness has reached the level of perfect spirit. If for whatever reason (initiation, energetic accident, etc.) it happens before, the human being, lacking the ability to self-identification, will suffer psychiatric disorders, in extreme cases going insane. ...