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self-actualization

[/ˌsɛlf ˌæktʃuəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: self-actualizations / auto-realizações
autorrealização
1. The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, especially considered as a drive or need
Self-actualization is at the top of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
A autorrealização está no topo da hierarquia de necessidades de Maslow.
2. The achievement of personal growth and fulfillment through the development of one's abilities and potential
She pursued self-actualization through art and creative expression.
Ela buscou a autorrealização através da arte e expressão criativa.
Synonyms
self-fulfillmentpersonal fulfillmentself-realizationpersonal development
Antonyms
self-denialstagnationself-suppression

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
autorrealização
most common term used in psychology and personal development contexts
São Paulo
autorrealização
standard usage in academic and business settings
Portugal
auto-realização
often hyphenated; used in psychology and personal growth literature
General Brazilian
realização pessoal
alternative, more colloquial expression

Related Idioms & Phrases

reach one's potential
fulfill one's dreams
become the best version of oneself
unlock one's capabilities
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