“What do I do that most annoys you?”
I wanted to bolt before my mom could answer my question.
While I waited for her answer, I forgot why I even had asked. I had listened to an interview with organizational psychologist Tasha Eurich, who has studied self-awareness. One way to increase your self-awareness is to host what Eurich calls a “dinner of truth.” Invite a trusted loved one out for food and ask him or her what I asked my mom.
And, oh, it is terrifying.
My eyes were probably closed, my heart probably pounding while I waited to find out what I do that bothers people.
Here’s what my mom said.