as in self-exploration
the act or process of gaining knowledge or understanding of your abilities, character, and feelings
She was on a voyage of self-discovery.
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Recent Examples of self-discovery
As Andrew navigates a path of self-discovery, growth, and acceptance, his story unfolds against the compelling backdrop of his father’s underdog triumphs.
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 22 May 2025
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—Natalie Nixon, Flow Space, 21 May 2025
In collaboration with Deepak Chopra and the Chopra Foundation, the new property goes beyond what conventional spa resorts offer by providing transformative journeys of self-discovery while surrounded by the breathtaking Utah Wasatch mountains.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
The tale of a mad scientist, a famous painter and an undead woman’s journey of self-discovery.
—The California Independent Booksellers Alliance, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 22 May 2025
Read More: emotional health purpose self-care self-discovery swimming Want More Flow?
—Natalie Nixon, Flow Space, 21 May 2025
In collaboration with Deepak Chopra and the Chopra Foundation, the new property goes beyond what conventional spa resorts offer by providing transformative journeys of self-discovery while surrounded by the breathtaking Utah Wasatch mountains.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
The tale of a mad scientist, a famous painter and an undead woman’s journey of self-discovery.
—The California Independent Booksellers Alliance, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-discovery
- self-exploration
- self-realization
- introspection
- meditation
- self-fulfillment
- soul-searching
- self-reflection
- self-examination
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Mariah, an energetic publicity executive in Oregon also described herself as an introverted extrovert, had a passion for self-exploration and chose work different from everyone else in her family.—
Jessie Rosen,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Overall, Gemini Near Me’s goal is to empower users to become the best version of themselves by diving into self-exploration and embarking on a fascinating self-work journey—made possible by a plethora of interactive features.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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But the director maintains a strong level of realistic tension, sticking to Camille’s side as the boy takes plenty of blows but dishes out plenty as well, jabbing his way towards a form of self-realization.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
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With suspense and self-realizations, this book will have readers lose track of time and space.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Princess of Power offers playful, euphoric pop tinged with deeper introspection about growing older.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
3 June 2025
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But active, conscious introspection has a dark side: rumination, or getting fixated on a problem and going over it again and again, which can make things worse and trap people in a negative thought spiral.—
Julie Beck,
The Atlantic,
2 June 2025
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But plenty of tech leaders have emphasized the importance of meditation and mindfulness—including Twitter co-founder and Square CEO Jack Dorsey, who often goes on meditation retreats.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
31 May 2025
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Then one day, her former cohost Jenna Bush Hager suggested breath work and meditation to combat stress.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
30 May 2025
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The film explores the dilemma of choosing between self-fulfillment and familial obligations, showing how Joyce learns to embrace her mother’s modern family business and reflecting on the challenges of a globalized generation.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2025
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Maslow’s hierarchy of needs: Maslow's model highlights the importance of psychological and self-fulfillment needs.—
Raquel Gomes,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The scale of the Republican Party's triumph in November—taking the White House, flipping the Senate, and maintaining control of the House—has sparked widespread soul-searching within the Democratic Party over what went wrong and how to rebuild.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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His soul-searching journey, played out on podcasts and talk shows, and attempts to moderate have rankled some of his allies in the Legislature, the labor movement and reproductive health care.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
1 June 2025
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Emotional regulation, self-reflection and the ability to derive meaning from experiences are fundamental to effective leadership.—
Maureen Metcalf,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Moments of self-reflection may lead you to reassess professional goals.—
Essence,
Essence,
2 June 2025
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This self-examination seems glib (whereas del Toro was actually more affecting as the desperate artist in The French Dispatch).—
Armond White,
National Review,
30 May 2025
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Take a cue from the pros and make time for self-examination.—
Janine Schindler,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Self-discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-discovery. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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