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 is especially true with the sun energizing your sixth house of work routines and health habits, all while clashing with Mars in your ninth house of exploration and self-discovery.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Speaking to The Times, these women addressed the lingering misogyny and ageism in the stand-up comedy industry, but said comedy offered them an outlet for self-discovery at an age where women can become invisible.
—Karla Marie Sanford, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Travelers come here for rest, rejuvenation and self-discovery.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
As per the synopsis, the film humorously critiques Hollywood’s beauty standards while celebrating the complexities of womanhood and explores the themes of motherhood and self-discovery.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 Apr. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Speaking to The Times, these women addressed the lingering misogyny and ageism in the stand-up comedy industry, but said comedy offered them an outlet for self-discovery at an age where women can become invisible.
—Karla Marie Sanford, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Travelers come here for rest, rejuvenation and self-discovery.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
As per the synopsis, the film humorously critiques Hollywood’s beauty standards while celebrating the complexities of womanhood and explores the themes of motherhood and self-discovery.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 Apr. 2025
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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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Overall, Gemini Near Me’s goal is to empower users to become the best version of themselves by diving into self-exploration and embarking on a fascinating self-work journey—made possible by a plethora of interactive features.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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That self-exploration inspired her latest album, Patterns.—
Jeff Nelson,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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In the finale, which aired on HBO on Sunday evening, fans see the other Ratliff siblings find self-realization, whether mildly profound (Saxon unearthed his more spiritual side and at least an inkling of a soul) or materialistic (Piper can’t settle for low thread count or non-organic food).—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2025
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Stream Dance Spa - Santa Fe, New Mexico Stream Dance Spa at Bishop's Lodge in Santa Fe, New Mexico, offers a serene retreat that concentrates on spiritual well-being for travelers seeking tranquility, self-realization and connection.—
Martie Bowser,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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From Hype to Humility: AI Hits a Human Roadblock If 2024 was the year of AI hyperbole, 2025 is shaping up as the year of introspection.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Soon after the pandemic hit, Lamm, who travels constantly, got covid, which led to a moment of introspection.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
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This is not the same as meditation, which is beneficial in other ways but involves concentrating on your breath or on a mantra.—
Olga Khazan,
The Atlantic,
14 Apr. 2025
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His latest exhibition, Inward Cartography: Self of Selves, now on view at Library Street Collective in Detroit, is a striking meditation on the emotional and spiritual terrain of identity.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
12 Apr. 2025
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The film explores the dilemma of choosing between self-fulfillment and familial obligations, showing how Joyce learns to embrace her mother’s modern family business and reflecting on the challenges of a globalized generation.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2025
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Maslow’s hierarchy of needs: Maslow's model highlights the importance of psychological and self-fulfillment needs.—
Raquel Gomes,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Still, to see the pluralism pivot entirely as an exercise in covering your ass would miss the depth of the soul-searching that college presidents are doing.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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There’s a lot of soul-searching going on with Democrats right now.—
Kellen Browning,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Over time, the absence of psychological and physical space can limit opportunities for novelty, personal growth and self-reflection — all of which are critical for sustaining desire and vitality in long-term partnerships.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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The self-reflection algorithm: how much of that is actually about justifying your behavior to your social peers?—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2025
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That kind of deep self-examination requires patience, courage, and more often than not, discomfort.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
12 Apr. 2025
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Warhol is a brisk dip in self-deprecating self-examination.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Self-discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-discovery. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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