self-realization
/'self,riəlai'zeiʃn/
Definition
Noun: 1. The fulfillment of one's own potential or capacities: The process of understanding and fully developing one's own abilities, character, and desires in life.
Usage
- "Self-realization" is an uncountable noun. It refers to a process or a state of being, not a specific event.
- It is often used in philosophical, psychological, and spiritual contexts to describe a key goal of personal development.
- Common collocations include:
Examples
- For many, the ultimate goal in life is self-realization.
- Her meditation practice was a crucial part of her journey toward self-realization.
- The artist felt that only through his painting could he achieve true self-realization.
Advanced Usage
- In psychology (particularly humanistic psychology, e.g., Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs), self-realization is closely related to the concept of self-actualization, representing the highest level of psychological development.
- In Eastern philosophies and spiritual traditions, self-realization often refers to the direct understanding of one's true nature or the ultimate reality.
Variants and Related Words
- Self-actualization (noun): Often used synonymously with , especially in psychology, to mean the realization of one's full potential.
- Self-fulfillment (noun): The feeling of satisfaction from fully developing one's abilities and character.
Synonyms
- Fulfillment
- Self-actualization
- Self-fulfillment
- Self-discovery
Antonyms
- Self-alienation
- Unfulfillment
Noun
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the fulfillment of your capacities
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