Comments on: How Can You Know What You Don’t Know About Yourself? Here Are 3 Ways.

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 18:07:11 +0000

In reply to Anita Ojeda. Jeff and I take turns at being blind. :) At least we still have four eyes in the house to see things right in front of us. lol.

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 18:05:33 +0000

In reply to Maree Dee. Thanks, Maree. Curiosity isn't my lane either (at least not with uncovering my blind spots!) so it's something I need to be more intentionally aware of.

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 18:04:19 +0000

In reply to Calvonia. I know; it's so much easier to see other people's faults yet overlook our own. I'm grateful for a kind spouse who helps me uncover things about myself that I'd rather not know, but without being harsh with me. Thanks for sharing here, Calvonia.

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 18:03:02 +0000

In reply to Donna.

Being curious to see the negatives about ourselves likely doesn’t come naturally or easily to any of us. It can be quite painful. But not seeing things can be even more painful in the long run. So I’m with you, Donna–I’m learning to be more curious but in a kind and gentle way with myself. We deserve compassion ourselves too. 🙂

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 18:00:27 +0000

In reply to Michele Morin.

I agree, Michele–as horrifying as it is to find out the truth, I’d rather know it than not know it. I think anyway! 🙂

By: Anita Ojeda

Anita Ojeda — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 12:14:47 +0000

Your story made me smile! Usually hubby is the one who can’t see appliances right in front of him ;). But I definitely have my blind spots. Asking others is scary, but a great way to get valuable feedback.

By: Maree Dee

Maree Dee — Sat, 15 Jan 2022 07:10:57 +0000

Lisa,
What great tips to take a better look at ourselves. Being curious is so important and one tip I tend to rush right by. It works great in relationships too. Thank you for the great reminders.

Maree

By: Calvonia

Calvonia — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 18:59:28 +0000

I love this post. The tip that speaks to me most is to ask questions. I often hesitate to invoke the opinions of others. Yet, I realize I need to hear what I can’t see. I need them to help me discover some areas of growth. I have many blindspots. I find it easier to see the plank in my neighbors eye than my own. Thank you for this.

By: Donna

Donna — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:37:15 +0000

Oh my, how I love this post, Lisa! Your escapade in the kitchen happens to me more times than I want to admit, and not just in the kitchen! I DO overlook my [own] blindspots often.
And YES, I don’t know what I don’t know. You’re advice really hits home, especially the “be curious” directive. I am very curious by nature. But NOT about myself! I am learning to be curious in a kind and gentle with myself, which has revealed excellent insight into my motives, and blindspots!! Thank you!!

By: Michele Morin

Michele Morin — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 11:14:07 +0000

I try to listen between the lines with my closest family and friends. It’s horrifying to discover ways in which I have failed or disappointed or dropped the ball, but I would rather KNOW than not know!