Through the eyes of a friend.

It is intelligent to know where you stand. Defining yourself in your own words, that way you can actually grasp the idea that other people do have their individual thoughts about themselves and what they stand for. Know what your perspectives are in relation to perspectives of other people and be able to relate to those perspectives what ever they may be in an articulate and efficient manner.

We would always have different perspectives on everything that is what makes us all intelligent beings. Having these views is one thing and relating these views in an articulate manner to people around you is another. Your ability to make this the substance and goal of your interaction with your fellow human does ultimately define who you are.

Taking people as they are, making a credible effort to understand and accept them as they come gives you a unique platform upon which to present you and your values to them. Only then can you give and take. 

For what you are is the world without you. With this view, you can perceive the world and yourself as a sojourner in it.

Presenting yourself to your fellow man gives an opportunity to be understood and perceived without fault. Being honest to ones own whims and clicks. This would give your fellow man an opportunity to give you the joy of being told who you are from his own view point. Bearing in mind he can only tell what he sees and how he sees it. 

It is rich to know oneself and richer yet to be able to see oneself with the eyes of another.