I am a firm believer in bettering yourself and finding new ways to open your mind into previously uncharted waters. From the 100 Ways To Be More Conscience listing :
47. Understand your own thought process – An extremely effective way to become more conscious is to take note of your thought process and understand it to the best of your ability. I’ve seen many people run themselves in mental circles due to an ineffective understanding of their own thought process. Being consciously aware of your thoughts and why you are thinking them is a key step towards creating an accurate understanding of your reality.