self-knowledge
[self-ˈnä-lij]
noun
autoconhecimento
1. Understanding of one's own character, abilities, motivations, and emotions
Self-knowledge is essential for personal growth and making better life decisions.
O autoconhecimento é essencial para o crescimento pessoal e para tomar melhores decisões na vida.
2. Awareness of one's strengths, weaknesses, and internal psychological processes
Through therapy, she gained greater self-knowledge about her anxiety triggers.
Através da terapia, ela obteve maior autoconhecimento sobre seus gatilhos de ansiedade.
3. Philosophical concept of understanding one's true nature and place in the world
The ancient Greek maxim 'Know thyself' emphasizes the importance of self-knowledge.
A máxima grega antiga 'Conhece-te a ti mesmo' enfatiza a importância do autoconhecimento.
Self-knowledge is highly valued in contemporary Western culture, particularly in American self-help and personal development literature. In Brazil, there is growing emphasis on autoconhecimento in coaching, therapy, and corporate training. The concept has roots in ancient Greek philosophy and continues to be central to psychological and spiritual practices in both American and Brazilian contexts.
NYC Slang
knowing yourself
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