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The #1 Myth About Self-Awareness That’s Keeping You Stagnant

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Idris Elijah
Jun 10, 2025
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It's no secret that self-awareness is an often-overlooked yet invaluable superpower.

You'll find gurus online hyping up the idea that introspection is all you need to become self-aware. We’re told journaling and meditation lead to transformation. But that’s only part of the story.

Becoming self-aware requires a little more th…

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