Pay attention to negative feedback, and solicit it, particularly from friends. The friends who tell you what you want to hear might make you feel good, but it's the friends who tell you what you need to hear who help you grow as a person.
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It helps you cut through self-deceit and one-dimensional views you might hold.
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Give advice
If you feel compelled to give direct advice, do it.
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