Judgement Day

If I'm to judge my own character, What do I use as a just yardstick ? Can I rely on simple reflection, Or use another gauge, that's just as quick ? Will this evaluation be considered fair, If the answer returns with only praise ? Or does it prove to be detrimental, Leaving my self-esteem to a foggy haze ? This introspection is necessary, And even common among those to care. Only to realize that others must weigh-in, For the scales to compare.