What was Hemadpant's personality like before he was given that name, and why was it considered a problem?

According to the narrative in Chapter 2, the author, before being named Hemadpant, was described in a rather unflattering light. He admits to being 'mischievous, talkative, cynical, and critical.' Furthermore, the text states he was arrogant about his knowledge, possessing a 'bad intellect and a logic-driven mind.' This disposition was problematic because he was 'always proud of his own wisdom' and 'prone to argumentation,' which, as Chapter 2 warns, is a state where 'there is abundance of ignorance and Maya.' Such a mindset is considered unfit for attaining self-knowledge and is an obstacle to the true surrender required to receive a Satguru's grace.