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2. They take feedback
Genuinely self-aware people have the humility to understand that they can't always see themselves objectively. They also know that the best way to gain more objectivity about yourself is through the perspective of others.
If you want to see yourself through the eyes of other people, you must ask for their feedback.
Fear of receiving negative feedback usually prevents us from asking for it.
One of the most effective ways to improve your self-awareness is by getting objective feedback from others. However, you must be willing to accept criticism and work to avoid defensiveness at all costs.
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