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One personal trait that I pride myself on is being mindful of having self-awareness.<\/p>\n

Now, why am I not claiming to actually have <\/em>self-awareness?<\/p>\n

Research shows<\/a> that even though 95% of people think <\/em>they have self-awareness, only 10-15% of the population is actually self-aware.<\/p>\n

And the truth is, we don\u2019t know what we don\u2019t know, so whether or not we actually <\/em>have decent self-awareness may be more up to those who know us best<\/strong>. But, I can say that I am mindful of the importance of self-reflection and the part it plays in understanding myself better and I try to act accordingly.<\/p>\n

But what really is self-reflection? Why is it important?<\/p>\n

In this article, we are going to answer that and then go over 35 self-reflection questions to ponder to help you understand yourself better.<\/p>\n

What is Self-Reflection?<\/h2>\n

Self-reflection is at the core of self-awareness. Engaging in introspection allows you to objectively and neutrally reflect on your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and recognize how they align with your values<\/a>. <\/p>\n

You should be able to take a deep, curious look at yourself through this practice and come out on the other side with a comprehensive understanding of your thought processes, needs, and tendencies.<\/p>\n

While it’s good to reflect on your past, it’s more beneficial to learn to use self-reflection in the present to improve your decision-making and behavior. <\/strong>If you notice your behaviors and your values aren\u2019t working in unison, then you can make some changes so your life is a better fit with your standards.<\/p>\n

For example, you might recognize that your job isn\u2019t fulfilling, and you\u2019re losing sight of your life\u2019s purpose<\/a>. When reflecting on your values, you realize that using your imagination and being innovative are both really important to you, but you\u2019re lacking any type of opportunity to put this passion into practice. <\/p>\n

This disconnect may lead you to change your behavior so you can pursue some more creative outlets<\/a> to feel more satisfied with your life.<\/p>\n

The ability to be introspective exists on a spectrum, with some people having higher levels of self-awareness<\/a>, while others are unable to perceive themselves in this objective manner. <\/p>\n

With a tendency to get defensive in the face of adversity, people turn to blaming each other<\/a> or making up excuses<\/a> in an attempt to avoid facing one\u2019s own shortcomings.<\/p>\n

Why is Self-Reflection Important?<\/h2>\n

People who self-reflect are able to turn off the auto-pilot in their brains and observe each situation they\u2019re in independently from the next. Your ability to do this is directly related to your potential for success in life. <\/p>\n

One reason this is true is because self-aware people<\/a> can recognize when an opportunity or potential relationship is a good match, and what they can do to positively engage to make things work in their favor.<\/p>\n

Self-reflection is important<\/a> because when you have a comprehensive understanding of yourself, you\u2019re able to identify what makes you unique from others. <\/p>\n

This will empower you to make the necessary changes<\/a> to become the person you want to be by building upon your strengths<\/a> and realizing what areas of your life could use improvement. This can help you create goals<\/a> that will ultimately make you into the person you want to be.<\/p>\n

If you have a high level of self-awareness, you can manage your emotions and accurately understand how other people perceive you. And the truth is, whether you address your weaknesses or not, other people will see them. <\/p>\n

So instead of trying to hide them (which will result in others thinking you\u2019re not genuine) take responsibility for them so you will be perceived as the honest hard-worker that you are.<\/p>\n

How to Gain Self-Awareness Through Self-Reflection<\/h2>\n

Increasing one\u2019s self-awareness requires setting aside time for self-reflection. Knowing that self-awareness is something you can develop and that cultivating it can lead to positive change makes it worth the effort.<\/p>\n

The video below shows you five self-awareness activities that can help you better understand yourself.<\/p>\n