self-awareness (/ˌsɛlf.əˈweə.nəs/)
noun · Advanced · Emotions & Feelings
🔊 /ˌsɛlf.əˈweə.nəs/
Meaning
Meaning: conscious knowledge of oneself
Self-awareness is conscious knowledge of one’s own character, feelings, and motives. It is described as the foundation of emotional intelligence.
Examples
🗣 Great leaders cultivate deep self-awareness.
Etymology
A compound of ‘self’ and ‘awareness’.
How & Where It’s Used
A central idea in talks on emotional intelligence and leadership.
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Tags: psychology, leadership