The author describes his past self in a very negative light before telling the story of his name. What specific characteristics did he attribute to himself?

Before recounting how he received the name 'Hemadpant,' the author provides a candid and unflattering description of his former self. As mentioned in Chapter 2, he admits to being "mischievous, talkative, cynical, and critical." He also confesses to being arrogant about his knowledge, possessing a "bad intellect and a logic-driven mind." Furthermore, the text reveals he was "always proud of his own wisdom" and, as a result, was prone to argumentation. This self-assessment of his flawed character sets the stage for the story of his transformation and the significance of the name bestowed upon him.