What is another word for self-observation?

Pronunciation: [sˈɛlfɒbzəvˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA)

Self-observation is a term used to describe the process of observing oneself. Synonyms for this term might include introspection, self-reflection, self-examination, self-awareness, and mindfulness. Each of these terms describes a slightly different aspect of the same process. Introspection is a more focused form of self-observation, where one is looking inwards to examine their thoughts and feelings. Self-reflection is like looking in the mirror-evaluating your actions, behaviors, and attitudes. Self-examination also implies a deeper level of inspection, perhaps in order to improve or change oneself. Self-awareness encompasses all of these, but also involves being cognizant of one's own limitations, prejudices, and biases. Finally, mindfulness is about being present and aware of oneself in the moment.

What are the hypernyms for Self-observation?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Self-observation

  • Association with human beings lures one into self-observation.
    Franz Kafka
  • self-observation brings man to the realization of the necessity of self-change. And in observing himself a man notices that self-observation itself brings about certain changes in his inner processes. He begins to understand that self-observation is an instrument of self-change, a means of awakening.
    G. I. Gurdjieff
  • You are either ready to discover yourself or you are not. Ready means you have been knowingly or unknowingly practicing self-observation.
    Barry Long
  • Association with human beings lures one into self-observation.
    Franz Kafka

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