Why do I feel hurt, anxious, or empty when I don’t receive recognition?

 

Do I exaggerate my achievements and hide my failures and weaknesses to protect my image?

 

How do I really feel when someone criticizes me? Do I dismiss it, take it as a personal attack, rationalize it, or truly consider it? 

 

Do I blame others instead of examining my own role in mistakes?

 

Do I fish for compliments? Do I give compliments expecting it back in some way?

 

Do I steer conversations back to me, my perspective, my achievements?

 

Do I truly listen to others or am I waiting for my turn to speak?

 

Do I feel jealous or resentful when others succeed, even slightly?  

 

Am I honest with myself about my intentions or do I justify them?