We should train ourselves not to think about our own good deeds. If we have done anything beautiful, made self-denial for another’s sake, conquered a feeling of resentment, given help or shown a kindness, the temptation will be to think about it in a spirit of self commendation. But it is better we should resolutely turn form it, not allowing our thoughts to linger for a moment on the thing we have done. If we stop to contemplate our own virtues, attainments, or achievements, we do not know what the end will be. The only safe thing is to refuse to think at all of ourselves or our work. Self consciousness is always a mark of unwholesomeness.