Which negative character traits does the author, later known as Hemadpant, admit to possessing in his earlier life?

In Chapter 2, the author provides a remarkably candid self-assessment of his character before his transformation. He reveals that initially, he was "mischievous, talkative, cynical, and critical." He confesses to being arrogant about his own intellect, possessing a "bad intellect and a logic-driven mind." Furthermore, he describes himself as being "always proud of his own wisdom" and "prone to argumentation." This description of his former self serves as a prelude to the story of how he received the name "Hemadpant," highlighting the significant change he underwent.