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The Power of Self Awareness // Article VII

The Power of Self Awareness // Article VII

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The Power of Self Awareness // Article VII
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Perfection’s a myth…

You’re flawed - deal with it. Self-awareness isn’t a fluffy buzzword, it’s your edge. It’s the difference between stumbling through life and owning it. Knowing your weaknesses, your wiring, and your limits lets you turn your chaos into order.

This is about seeing yourself clearly, no sugarcoating, and using that clarity to level up.

We’re diving into five main topics…

  1. You’re Your Own Blind Spot

  2. Ego’s a Trap, Not a Trophy

  3. Triggers Run Your Life

  4. The Feedback Mirror

  5. Clarity Drives Action

These aren’t optional, they’re your roadmap to getting your head straight and your ego in check. You’ve got flaws dragging you down. Time to spot them, tame them, and build something real.

Let’s roll.


I. You’re Your Own Blind Spot

Your brain hides your screw ups. It’s built to shield you from your weaknesses… how you fumble, how you’re seen, how you fall short. That’s not a bug - it’s biology. Evolution wired you to protect your fragile ego, but it’s keeping you clueless.

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