self-realization

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Recent Examples of self-realization 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 With suspense and self-realizations, this book will have readers lose track of time and space. Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 9 May 2025 Stream Dance Spa - Santa Fe, New Mexico Stream Dance Spa at Bishop's Lodge in Santa Fe, New Mexico, offers a serene retreat that concentrates on spiritual well-being for travelers seeking tranquility, self-realization and connection. Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025 As the story unfolds, viewers are drawn into the world of creativity and introspection, witnessing the journey towards self-realization and fulfillment of aspirations, all while navigating the intricate dynamics of the mother-daughter relationship. Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for self-realization
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-realization
Noun
  • Intergenerational trauma is fast becoming the most over-trafficked theme of 21st-century indie cinema — second only to the journey of self-discovery.
    David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Through breathwork, sound healing, and guided self-discovery, clients unpack what their nervous system has stored, then learn to regulate and rewire.
    Malana VanTyler, USA Today, 25 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Founders have a wide range of personal reasons for making the pivot, from seeking self-fulfillment to meeting a strategic need in their next chapter.
    Nina Ajemian, Fortune, 24 July 2025
  • Turner-Seed’s own writing lays bare a struggle for self-fulfillment, to reconcile the traditional values pushed by her Jewish immigrant parents with a restless need to discover and make her own way.
    Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
Noun
  • The book alternates between memoir and cookbook, sharing recipes for dishes like Mom’s Lasagna, dandelion frittata and chicken cacciatore, alongside tales of growing up in Buffalo, recollections of family canning season and meditations on the ties between family and food.
    Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Sleep, meditation, and yoga help overall coping and pain.
    Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • In undergoing the complex journey of self-exploration, Panic!
    Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025
  • This year has been a bit of self-exploration.
    Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • However, the song isn’t really a diss track towards Taylor, but rather an introspection song for Charli.
    StyleCaster Editors, StyleCaster, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Many observers fast from food and water for 25 hours to facilitate deep introspection.
    Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • This is coming after a period of rest, contemplation, and confusion about where your life is headed.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
  • But as Giannis himself reminded everyone, this personal pattern of extreme offseason contemplation is nothing new.
    Sam Amick, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • That spirit manages to survive a patently modern star turn from Mark Wahlberg, whose incapacity for nuance and self-reflection is well-served by a role that has little interest in either.
    David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 30 Sep. 2025
  • This album juxtaposes moments of self-reflection with themes of emotional empowerment, chronicling her journey toward healing and the pursuit of new experiences.
    Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Beyoncé’s victories have been followed by the Grammys doing some genre soul-searching.
    Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
  • When the Eagles were in that cramped, humid locker room during Week 4 a year ago, soul-searching was required.
    Zach Berman, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025

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