1. The deepest, most authentic part of a person's character, personality, or consciousness, often associated with true feelings, values, and spiritual essence
She decided to explore her inner self through meditation and journaling.
Ela decidiu explorar seu eu interior através da meditação e diários.
2. One's true nature or genuine identity, as opposed to external appearances or social personas
His inner self was far more sensitive than his tough exterior suggested.
Seu eu interior era muito mais sensível do que sua aparência dura sugeria.