as in self-actualization
the act of achieving the full development of your abilities and talents
Work is often a means of self-realization.
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Recent Examples of self-realization
Both young actors are superb, each zigzagging along that fine line between immature posturing and actual, exhilarating self-realization, evoking that transitional stage through which girls like them can often seem at least three ages at once.
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025
These songs act as cognitive time capsules, evoking moments of heartbreak, discovery, and self-realization.
—Diana Spehar, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Rothwell, who created and stars in the Hulu series, understood the need for a coming-of-age story about celebrating oneself at all parts of the journey, no matter how turbulent the road to self-realization is.
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2024
But for non-binary great-grandchild Lionel IV — better known as Chas — the road to self-realization and acceptance inspires its own brand of courage and resolve.
—Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 1 Oct. 2024
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025
These songs act as cognitive time capsules, evoking moments of heartbreak, discovery, and self-realization.
—Diana Spehar, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Rothwell, who created and stars in the Hulu series, understood the need for a coming-of-age story about celebrating oneself at all parts of the journey, no matter how turbulent the road to self-realization is.
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2024
But for non-binary great-grandchild Lionel IV — better known as Chas — the road to self-realization and acceptance inspires its own brand of courage and resolve.
—Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 1 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-realization
- self-discovery
- self-fulfillment
- meditation
- self-exploration
- introspection
- contemplation
- self-reflection
- soul-searching
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There, Ana confronts the past and embarks on a journey of self-discovery where reality and fantasy blur.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
8 May 2025
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The New Jersey teens quickly start up a relationship that leads Katherine on a journey of self-discovery.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
8 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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Identifying the root cause of job stress and applying coping skills, such as positive thinking, meditation and goal-setting, can have beneficial effects.—
Taylor Cox,
The Conversation,
5 May 2025
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Some lifestyle changes like sauna, meditation, and getting good sleep raised my HRV.—
Allison Tsai,
Verywell Health,
5 May 2025
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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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The revelations about Brand led to much anger and industry introspection.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
2 May 2025
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The pandemic served as a major catalyst, with many turning to tarot as a form of self-care and introspection when faced with life’s bigger questions and fewer distractions.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
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Following a meeting with the project coordinator, his initial apprehension turned to contemplation, and then questions.—
Naveen Rao,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Patrick gets worldwide parades and merchandising - a day estimated to add north of $7 billion to the US economy this coming Monday; Brigid gets quiet contemplation and handwoven rush crosses.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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Bride and Her Dad Shock Wedding Guests with Epic Father-Daughter Dance (Exclusive) When asked about her advice for others considering such a life-altering decision, Thompson emphasized self-reflection and growth.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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Define what matters most to you Success starts with self-reflection.—
Patrick Abouchalache,
The Conversation,
9 May 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,
10 May 2025
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Her speech will be watched closely by Democratic party insiders who are also soul-searching the future direction of their beleaguered party.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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“Self-realization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-realization. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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