self-contemplation

Thân thiện

A person sits quietly in a chair, engaged in self-contemplation.

Definition

Noun: * The contemplation of your own thoughts, desires, and conduct: The act of examining and reflecting deeply upon one's own inner mental and emotional processes, motivations, and actions.

Usage

"Self-contemplation" is a formal and somewhat literary noun. It describes a deliberate, introspective process of looking inward. It is often used in contexts related to psychology, philosophy, spirituality, and personal development to signify a deep, thoughtful examination of the self.

Examples

• After the crisis, he entered a period of intense self-contemplation to understand his true priorities.
• The philosopher's writings encourage a daily practice of self-contemplation.
• Her journey was not just physical but also one of profound self-contemplation.

Advanced Usage

• "A state of self-contemplation": Refers to being absorbed in the act of introspection.
  • The quiet retreat was designed to induce a state of deep self-contemplation.

Variants and Related Words

• Introspection (n): The examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes. (This is a very close synonym and more commonly used).
• Self-reflection (n): Serious thought about one's own character, actions, and motives. (Similar in meaning, but can sometimes imply a less formal or deep process).
• Self-examination (n): Critical scrutiny of one's own conduct and motives.

Synonyms

• Introspection
• Self-reflection
• Self-examination
• Soul-searching
• Meditation (in the sense of focused thought)

Antonyms

• Extroversion (focus on the external world)
• Unawareness
• Thoughtlessness

Học thuật

Noun

1. the contemplation of your own thoughts and desires and conduct

Từ đồng nghĩa

• introspection
• self-examination