self-actualization

noun

Definition of self-actualizationnext
as in self-realization
formal the process of fully developing and using your abilities

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  1. self-realization
  2. self-fulfillment
  3. self-discovery
  4. self-exploration
  5. introspection
  6. self-awareness
  7. self-reflection
Noun
  • 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
Definition of self-realization
Noun
  • Deserving Self-Fulfillment The final justification, cited by 13 participants, was that their affairs were a form of deserving self-fulfillment.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024
  • What lies do people tell themselves that inhibit their self-fulfillment?
    Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024
Definition of self-fulfillment
Noun
  • Fans of Taylor Swift relived the heartbreaks and self-discovery of her album Red, the celebratory joy of Lover, and the introspective storytelling of Folklore and Evermore.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The encounter spurs a journey of self-discovery and first love as Elliott prepares to leave her childhood home.
    Lynette Rice, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of self-discovery
Noun
  • The entirety of the album is a self-exploration for Carroll.
    Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 7 Dec. 2024
  • In a 2022 interview with Art Plugged, Cunningham explained her art as a form of self-exploration.
    Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of self-exploration
Noun
  • Also, practicing things like introspection while alone can be valuable into adulthood.
    Katie Grant, Parents, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Edwards' 9-minute reflection on why contemporary life feels inherently wrong has prompted introspection and discussion about the nature of modern living in the comments.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of introspection
Noun
  • An overabundance of ego involvement and the judging of others will not allow the vital components of self-awareness and accountability a client needs to benefit from the coaching experience.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
  • There’s a clever self-awareness to the way Jingle All the Way puts a mild-mannered, suburban Schwarzenegger into action-hero mode.
    Sezín Devi Koehler, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of self-awareness
Noun
  • Backed by a full live band, the performance introduced audiences to the country-style track that explores the complexities of love and self-reflection.
    Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The first step is to have the courage and honesty to practice self-reflection.
    Corrin Gani, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of self-reflection
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