self-management
noun
self-man·age·ment
ˌself-ˈma-nij-mənt 
: management by oneself of oneself or one's affairs
Self-management is about finding the self-control and mastery needed to take control of one's work (e.g., to manage one's time, workflow, and communication).—
Camille Preston
Camille Preston
especially
: management of one's own care or well-being
According to [Bree] Holtz, her team will create a cell phone app that will allow diabetes patients to transition to self-management. —Karen Rowlader
—sometimes used before another noun Karen Rowlader self-management health workshops
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Yet, early risk prediction and self-management tools are limited.
—Amy Guttman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
These traits align with the tenants of mental health recovery (ie, hope; an understanding of personal strengths and limitations; self-determination; personalized skill development; and empowered self-management).
—New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024
This is a unique position with significant responsibility and record keeping that requires diligence and self-management.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2024
Self-awareness contributes to self-management, which in turn enhances social awareness and relationships.
—Sunny Nandwani, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
This was especially clear with the managers, who showed great self-management and achieved impressive results with little guidance.
—Nataliia Onyshkevych, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Cultural Shift Implementing this approach requires a significant cultural shift as employees transition from a traditional hierarchical mindset to one that prioritizes personal accountability and self-management.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024
In 2022, the World Health Organization updated its guidance, recommending that self-management with these medications should be an option for women up to 12 weeks pregnant.
—Lauren Dunn, NBC News, 11 Aug. 2024
That’s a hallmark of self-management and resilience, two key traits of emotional intelligence.
—Dr. Jenny Woo, Contributor, CNBC, 18 July 2024
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Amy Guttman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
These traits align with the tenants of mental health recovery (ie, hope; an understanding of personal strengths and limitations; self-determination; personalized skill development; and empowered self-management).
—New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024
This is a unique position with significant responsibility and record keeping that requires diligence and self-management.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2024
Self-awareness contributes to self-management, which in turn enhances social awareness and relationships.
—Sunny Nandwani, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
This was especially clear with the managers, who showed great self-management and achieved impressive results with little guidance.
—Nataliia Onyshkevych, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Cultural Shift Implementing this approach requires a significant cultural shift as employees transition from a traditional hierarchical mindset to one that prioritizes personal accountability and self-management.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024
In 2022, the World Health Organization updated its guidance, recommending that self-management with these medications should be an option for women up to 12 weeks pregnant.
—Lauren Dunn, NBC News, 11 Aug. 2024
That’s a hallmark of self-management and resilience, two key traits of emotional intelligence.
—Dr. Jenny Woo, Contributor, CNBC, 18 July 2024
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“Self-management.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-management. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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