self-improvement
noun
self-im·prove·ment
ˌself-im-ˈprüv-mənt 
plural self-improvements
: the act or process of improving oneself by one's own actions
individuals interested in self-improvement
opportunities for self-improvement
also
: an instance or result of such improvement
You don't need to wait to ring in the new year to start making self-improvements, because it's always a good time. —
Nicole Yi
—often used before another noun Nicole Yi self-improvement efforts
a self-improvement blog
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Eid has developed the skin care in the same spirit of quality and self-improvement.
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Other offerings, some provided by local small businesses, include medical, dental and vision treatment, haircuts, and recreational and self-improvement classes.
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Once considered superficial next to financial advice and tax planning, services for health and wellness, family and kids, and travel and self-improvement are becoming core competencies in the business of advising and helping wealthy families.
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Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 3 Dec. 2025
Other offerings, some provided by local small businesses, include medical, dental and vision treatment, haircuts, and recreational and self-improvement classes.
—Theresa Walker, Oc Register, 27 Nov. 2025
Once considered superficial next to financial advice and tax planning, services for health and wellness, family and kids, and travel and self-improvement are becoming core competencies in the business of advising and helping wealthy families.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Bader amassed a following of more than 130,000 followers on TikTok for his content on financial advice and self-improvement.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Oct. 2025
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“Self-improvement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-improvement. Accessed 15 Dec. 2025.
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