“Power is the result of rigorous self-observation.

Self-observation causes a higher degree of self-consciousness, especially of the things we do not like about ourselves, which causes us to change or inadequacies into strengths, and so we achieve power.

Power comes from identifying your weaknesses rapidly and eradicating them for good.

Assuming that you're correct is the fastest way to remain incorrect. You're probably doing something wrong somewhere, which is why you are in the position where you are instead of where you want to be. The more you ignore it, the worse it gets.

You need to stop avoiding it and face the facts.

Study yourself to study your weaknesses. And when you do, they will disappear.

If I avoid the mirror I will eventually be unable to face it. If I avoid my balance sheet, it won't get any bigger.

So I watch myself. I observe and I criticize. I exercise self-discipline and judgement, reward and punishment, a focused routine of self-evaluation.”