How to Use Self-Reflection as a Tool for Change​

The next step is to cultivate the desire to change behaviors that bother you. After identifying any problematic aspects of yourself, take baby steps and slowly shift your behavior in ways that better represent how you want to be, the life you want to live, and the career you want to have.
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If you thought “that issue” was “fixed” but it comes back, self-reflect once again to see if you missed something important or if you were hiding something from yourself. It’s not easy to change ourselves or our behavior, and it may take several attempts to get it “right”, so just accept and appreciate yourself for trying.
Other Approaches to Self-Reflection
Self-reflection can be aided or enhanced by using other tools, like writing or imagination. For example, I recently got the book True You, which is a workbook with guiding questions designed to help you get to know yourself better. But any notebook will do if you already have questions for yourself. Just write them down an answer them honestly.