Beyond Me is a field manual for explorers aiming to transcend their ego stories to realize higher and wider consciousness and build a global civilization. It synthesizes ancient wisdom and modern science to explain how the egocentric self is about as useful as the anchor on a boat, and then reveal a path to bypass suffering, realize contentment, and possibly ensure that our fellow humans can thrive here for another millennium. These practices are not easy, but potential side effects include wisdom and joy.