I came to see selfishness and self-centeredness in a more thorough light. I previously had a cursory conception of these as greed and vanity. But the process helped me broaden my understanding to include conceptions of limiting scope and excessive desire.
Self Centeredness - I am so confident in my abilities that I rely completely or too heavily on my self. The scope of my reasoning is limited to my personal vision which I think is broader and deeper than it is.
Self-ISH-ness - I have come to value my desires and instincts too heavily to the extent that it has affected my decision making and conduct.
