Your self-image is a key part of who you are, shaping how you see yourself and interact with the world. Improving it can lead ...

Ah, self-awareness—the art of being in on your joke and not taking yourself too seriously. Yet, for some, this elusive trait is akin to spotting a unicorn in Midtown Manhattan.

Self-awareness and self-knowledge are, therefore, the basis of all leadership. ... For most of us, at least part of our self-image contrasts with how others see us.

Myth 4: Self-awareness is less important than academic or technical skills. This is one of our favorite myths. In the world of education, the emphasis is often placed on academic and technical skills.

Here are 7 tiny signs someone has low self-awareness: 1. Not admitting mistakes. The unwillingness to admit mistakes is often a sign of deep insecurity.

Photo: Getty Images/ Catherine Falls Commercial. Updated ... 6 signs that a person lacks self-awareness, according to mental health experts 1.

But if you can make honesty and self-awareness your superpower, you will become happier, more empathetic, and more successful in all you do. Arthur C. Brooks: 11 ancient solutions for modern malaise.