Can you describe the author's character before he was given the name 'Hemadpant'?

The author provides a candid self-assessment of his character before receiving the name 'Hemadpant'. In Chapter 2, he admits to being "mischievous, talkative, cynical, and critical." He describes himself as having a "bad intellect and a logic-driven mind," and being constantly proud of his own wisdom, which made him prone to argumentation. The text states he knew nothing of the Satguru's greatness and was arrogant about his knowledge. This self-portrait paints a picture of an individual dominated by ego and intellectual pride, setting the stage for a transformation that would be detailed later in the story of his naming.