self-discovery
noun
self-dis·cov·ery
ˌself-di-ˈskə-v(ə-)rē 
: the act or process of achieving self-knowledge
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Dreux’s hustle to make ends meet is balanced by Alyssa’s journey of self-discovery, as both women navigate societal pressures and personal challenges.
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 21 Jan. 2025
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Sodalite is a crystal that promotes logical thinking and emotional balance, both essential for Aquarius.
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Retirement is often seen as an opportunity for self-discovery.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
Now, Kitty is on her own journey of love and self-discovery as a student at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS), while also hoping to uncover more about her late mother’s past.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 21 Jan. 2025
Labradorite’s mystical properties bring out the best in this Air sign, fueling their quest for self-discovery and a higher purpose.
06 of 10
Sodalite: For logic and mindfulness
Sodalite is a crystal that promotes logical thinking and emotional balance, both essential for Aquarius.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
Retirement is often seen as an opportunity for self-discovery.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
Now, Kitty is on her own journey of love and self-discovery as a student at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS), while also hoping to uncover more about her late mother’s past.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Self-discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-discovery. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.
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