self-analysis
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Definition
- Noun:
- The application of psychotherapeutic principles to the analysis of one's own personality: The process of using psychological methods to examine and understand one's own character, emotions, and mental processes.
- A penetrating examination of one's own beliefs and motives: A deep and thorough self-inspection of the reasons behind one's thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Her journey of self-analysis helped her understand the roots of her anxiety.
- Through honest self-analysis, he realized his competitive drive stemmed from childhood.
- The philosopher's writings are a profound exercise in self-analysis.
Advanced Usage
- "To engage in self-analysis": To actively undertake the process of examining oneself.
- After the criticism, she engaged in a period of quiet self-analysis.
- "A tool for self-analysis": A method or framework used to facilitate self-examination.
- Journaling can be a powerful tool for self-analysis.
Variants and Related Words
- Self-analytical (adj): Characterized by or given to self-analysis.
- He has a very self-analytical nature, always questioning his own motives.
- Self-exam (n): A short form sometimes used informally for self-examination, which can be synonymous with self-analysis in certain contexts.
- The course encourages a weekly self-exam of personal goals.
Synonyms
- Introspection: The examination of one's own thoughts and feelings.
- Soul-searching: Deep and anxious consideration of one's emotions and motives.
Related Phrases
- Self-reflection: Serious thought about one's character and actions. (Note: This is often less clinical than ).
- Self-scrutiny: Critical observation of oneself.
Noun
- the application of psychotherapeutic principles to the analysis of your own personality
- a penetrating examination of your own beliefs and motives