as in self-exploration
the act or process of gaining knowledge or understanding of your abilities, character, and feelings
She was on a voyage of self-discovery.
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Recent Examples of self-discovery
This involves using character strengths, such as emotional regulation and resilience, to transform stress into an avenue for self-discovery, spiritual enrichment and exploration.
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Make bold moves toward self-discovery and create space for transformation/
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Find a healthy balance between home, career and joint ventures, Sagittarius.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
Others are more geared toward mindfulness, including everything from sound therapy to self-discovery.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 1 Jan. 2025
Even nearly 50 years on, its focus on self-discovery and the honing personal principles feels important and fresh.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Make bold moves toward self-discovery and create space for transformation/
Sagittarius (Nov. 22–Dec. 21)
Find a healthy balance between home, career and joint ventures, Sagittarius.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
Others are more geared toward mindfulness, including everything from sound therapy to self-discovery.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 1 Jan. 2025
Even nearly 50 years on, its focus on self-discovery and the honing personal principles feels important and fresh.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for self-discovery
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-discovery
- self-exploration
- self-realization
- introspection
- meditation
- self-fulfillment
- soul-searching
- self-reflection
- self-examination
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Psychedelics and Personal Growth Beyond their therapeutic applications, psychedelics are also gaining recognition as tools for personal growth, self-exploration, and spiritual development.Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2025
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The entirety of the album is a self-exploration for Carroll.Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 7 Dec. 2024
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These songs act as cognitive time capsules, evoking moments of heartbreak, discovery, and self-realization.Diana Spehar, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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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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So far, the party does not appear to be headed down a path of deep introspection.Catherine Porter, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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Guide Teams To Lead From The Inside Out Leaders must cultivate a culture where introspection and self-awareness are valued.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Use this time for activities like meditation, nature walks, or simply resting to prevent burnout.Nel-Olivia Waga, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Breathing Exercises or Meditation Practicing meditation, breathwork, or mindfulness exercises can be a great addition to a healthy morning routine.Mark Gurarie, Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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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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The soul-searching that Edwards did in the wake of that Boston loss has led to a scoring explosion from him of late.Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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His victory reshaped the Republican Party and provoked soul-searching among Democrats, who shed support among key groups that were once the backbone of their coalition.Jonathan Easley, The Hill, 6 Jan. 2025
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But without self-reflection, old relationship patterns can quietly resurface, pulling you back into familiar and unhealthy dynamics.Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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But other economists argue that the profession needs a period of more significant self-reflection.Ben Casselman, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Wondering what would happen if those same tools were used for self-examination, the author sifted through personal data to uncover meaningful insights to plan a course of action toward more joyful and fulfilling years.Roxsy Lin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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The Power Of Radical Self-Awareness Reinvention begins with an honest, compassionate self-examination.Mark Protus, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Self-discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-discovery. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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