Dying to Self

I have very recently entered into a phase of "life" where I am witnessing my own death. What I'm referring to is the death of my selfish will, mindset, and way of doing things. Dying is not a fun process but it is mandatory if you truly wish to be great. I have become acquainted with several leaders that are around the same age as me who are either just as sharp (no pun intended) or sharper then me.I'm not used to that. I am accustomed to being the HPIC (Head Person In Charge), but I've pretty much been assigned to the back seat. At first I was a little distraught over this, but I just came to realize how good this is for me. Also, being around other highly capable leaders will make me a better one. So I have been learning to shut my mouth and listen to others more, even humble myself to receive instruction from those the same age as me or younger (tough pill to swallow). God is allowing me to experience what others have experienced with me, at my job I am managing people twice my age (I know that's a bummer). Needless to say, I am becoming better through this dying process and will be ready to go hard after my flesh (worldly nature) is completely pulverized.