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Recent Examples of self-knowledge
The second half is a model to put that self-knowledge into action.
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Janine MacLachlan, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
At its core, it is grounded in vulnerability and self-knowledge, particularly an understanding of positionality.
—Esmt Berlin, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
That means that self-knowledge is actually a subset of self-determination — the exact same value that your grandmother is asserting.
—Sigal Samuel, Vox, 6 Oct. 2024
Because having kids is (or should be) a personal decision based on desire and self-knowledge not familial, social or political pressure.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2024
Lacking self-knowledge creates a tension between the strong desire to find a partner and the need to avoid a bad match, making dating decisions feel overwhelming.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024
Researchers note that this group, which comprises about 7% of the population, consistently displays accurate self-knowledge of their abilities and has realistic aspirations.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Sep. 2024
John’s autobiography is distinguished by its candor, and its healthy balance of self-mockery and self-knowledge.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Sep. 2024
With illuminating new self-knowledge comes crippling weakness, something Craig fully conveys in a ballsy performance covering a broad psychological and emotional spectrum.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2024
Janine MacLachlan, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
At its core, it is grounded in vulnerability and self-knowledge, particularly an understanding of positionality.
—Esmt Berlin, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
That means that self-knowledge is actually a subset of self-determination — the exact same value that your grandmother is asserting.
—Sigal Samuel, Vox, 6 Oct. 2024
Because having kids is (or should be) a personal decision based on desire and self-knowledge not familial, social or political pressure.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2024
Lacking self-knowledge creates a tension between the strong desire to find a partner and the need to avoid a bad match, making dating decisions feel overwhelming.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024
Researchers note that this group, which comprises about 7% of the population, consistently displays accurate self-knowledge of their abilities and has realistic aspirations.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Sep. 2024
John’s autobiography is distinguished by its candor, and its healthy balance of self-mockery and self-knowledge.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Sep. 2024
With illuminating new self-knowledge comes crippling weakness, something Craig fully conveys in a ballsy performance covering a broad psychological and emotional spectrum.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-knowledge
- self-realization
- self-discovery
- self-exploration
- self-fulfillment
- self-revelation
- self-image
- self-concept
- self-perception
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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
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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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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
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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
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In a 2022 interview with Art Plugged, Cunningham explained her art as a form of self-exploration.Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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However, because Woodley had prior plans to travel to India on a journey of self-exploration, her involvement in the project was initially going to be delayed.Andrés Buenahora, Variety, 2 Nov. 2024
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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
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What lies do people tell themselves that inhibit their self-fulfillment?Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024
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Like Ito, Miller’s narrative finds a galvanizing energy in self-revelation.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Oct. 2024
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Not many of your future gigs are going to involve world-class talents, caught in the preternatural bloom of youth, who happen to be equally, proficiently gifted in the areas of singing, songcraft, self-revelation and the fine art of rocking out.Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 2 Oct. 2024
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So these algorithms and this messaging is really harmful for kids' self-image.Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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Opening up about her first experience with negative body image, the 22-year-old musician shared in a cover story interview with Complex on Thursday, Dec. 5 that her obsession with Brandy Melville as a kid heavily impacted her self-image.Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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McMahon adds that communal mirroring within cohorts supports leaders in refining their self-concept and embracing a new leader identity.Sam Rockwell, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
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He’s been instrumental in my healing, my recovery, my self-concept.Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 16 Oct. 2024
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More than just a quirky recap of listening habits, Wrapped offers surprising insights into identity patterns, culture, and the growing role of technology in shaping self-perception.Diana Spehar, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Remember to consider not only your self-perception, but also the perception of your coworkers, customers and your boss.Robert B. Tucker, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Self-knowledge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-knowledge. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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