Practice honest self-reflection
Notice when you seek attention, admiration, or control
Ask yourself how your actions affect other people
Listen without planning your response
Let other people have their own opinions
Admit mistakes quickly
Apologize sincerely without excuses
Share credit with others
Accept criticism without becoming defensive
Avoid needing to be right all the time
Respect boundaries
Show genuine interest in other people’s feelings
Do kind things without expecting praise
Challenge entitlement thoughts
Build empathy through active listening
Stop comparing yourself to everyone else
Take responsibility for your behavior
Be willing to change
Seek feedback from trusted people
Consider therapy if these patterns feel hard to change