Learn English – Word meaning A journey of self discovery and introspection

You should consider words such as modesty and humility. These are both seen as being positive traits but could be taken to an extreme where a person doesn't take appropriate credit for their accomplishments or abilities.

Another word to consider would be objectivity. This captures the sense of lack of egotism, but it isn't necessarily understood to be reflexive.

might the word be evocative: bringing thoughts, memories, or feelings into the mind; evoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response.

1. "so evocative that they bring tears to the eyes" — Eric Malpass.

2. He wrote a powerful and evocative biography.

3. the Italian-American restaurant is decorated in a manner evocative of the charming outdoor cafés in Italy.

adverb: evocatively.

noun: evocativeness.

Synonyms: suggestive, reminiscent.