Often as going through life little time is spent talking a look at oneself. This is understandable because this is not always an easy thing to do. We will often take more time taking a look at friends and family as we give advice to help them out.
A great exercise though and a technique I use in coaching is asking people to look in the mirror and say what you believe that person needs to hear. Tell the person in the mirror things she or he might want to change, but also be sure to tell that person all the great things that have been accomplished.