self-discovery
noun
self-dis·cov·ery
ˌself-di-ˈskə-v(ə-)rē 
: the act or process of achieving self-knowledge
Examples of self-discovery in a Sentence
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Angelou’s wisdom is never more evident than in this profound reflection on the nature of resilience and self-discovery.
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 Apr. 2024
With themes of friendship, courage, and self-discovery, the series aims to capture the essence of childhood wonder and the transformative potential of each individual to ignite positive change.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
Embracing your authentic self is an ongoing journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
—Linda Fitz-Alan, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
The lesson here, if there is one, is that Carmichael’s first real encounter with himself yields the opposite of self-discovery.
—Lili Loofbourow, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2024
For many individuals, regaining a full head of hair is not merely a cosmetic enhancement but a profound journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2024
In Clay’s case, his journey on Love is Blind catalyzed self-discovery and growth.
—Essence, 16 Mar. 2024
In Yorgos Lanthimos’ costume drama, Stone plays a woman who goes on a journey of self-discovery after being brought back to life by an eccentric surgeon.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2024
Stone played a child-like woman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery in the steampunk fantasy.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 10 Mar. 2024
Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 Apr. 2024
With themes of friendship, courage, and self-discovery, the series aims to capture the essence of childhood wonder and the transformative potential of each individual to ignite positive change.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
Embracing your authentic self is an ongoing journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
—Linda Fitz-Alan, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
The lesson here, if there is one, is that Carmichael’s first real encounter with himself yields the opposite of self-discovery.
—Lili Loofbourow, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2024
For many individuals, regaining a full head of hair is not merely a cosmetic enhancement but a profound journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2024
In Clay’s case, his journey on Love is Blind catalyzed self-discovery and growth.
—Essence, 16 Mar. 2024
In Yorgos Lanthimos’ costume drama, Stone plays a woman who goes on a journey of self-discovery after being brought back to life by an eccentric surgeon.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2024
Stone played a child-like woman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery in the steampunk fantasy.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 10 Mar. 2024
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“Self-discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-discovery. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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