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'''Self-reflection''' is the ability of people to analyze their thoughts, feelings, an [[behavior]]s over time.<ref name="Gibson2015">{{cite book |title=Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents |author=Lindsay C. Gibson |publisher=New Harbinger Publications |year=2015 |chapter=3 |page=65 |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=cZpGCQAAQBAJ}}</ref>
'''Self-reflection''' is the ability of people to analyze their thoughts, feelings, an [[behavior]]s over time.<ref name="Gibson2015">{{cite book |title=Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents |author=Lindsay C. Gibson |publisher=New Harbinger Publications |year=2015 |chapter=3 |page=65 |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=cZpGCQAAQBAJ}}</ref>
Self-reflection done honestly increases self-awareness. [[Self-awareness]] is conscious knowledge of one's own character, [[personality]], feelings, motives, and desires. Know thyself is an ancient and well-accepted philosophical maxim which was inscribed upon the Temple of [[Apollo]] in the ancient Greek precinct of Delphi.
Self-awareness is vital as it allows for: better [[Decision making|decision-making]]; improved [[emotional intelligence]]; enhanced [[confidence]]; and fosters greater [[empathy]] and compassion. This ultimately leads to [[personal development]] and stronger relationships.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=why+is+self-awareness+important&oq=why+is+self-aware&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBwgAEAAYgAQyBwgAEAAYgAQyBggBEEUYOTIHCAIQABiABDIHCAMQABiABDIHCAQQABiABDIHCAUQABiABDIHCAYQABiABDIHCAcQABiABDIHCAgQABiABDIGCAkQLhhA0gEINjAzNWowajSoAgCwAgE&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Why is self-wareness important?]
*[https://www.hrh.ca/2022/01/27/the-benefits-of-self-awareness/#:~:text=Having%20self%2Dawareness%20gives%20us,us%20from%20assumptions%20and%20biases. The Benefits of Self-Awareness], Humber River Health
*[https://www.personalysis.com/articles-personalysis/why-is-self-awareness-important/#:~:text=Maintaining%20motivation%2C%20especially%20in%20the%20pursuit%20of,triggers%20and%20the%20source%20of%20their%20drive. Exploring the Significance of Self-Awareness]
*[https://www.gouldtraining.co.uk/topics/eq/emotional-intelligence-training/self-awareness#:~:text=Increased%20self%2Dcontrol%20Gaining%20self%2Dawareness%20leads%20to%20improved,might%20upset%20others%20or%20exacerbate%20adverse%20situations. The Key Role Of Self Awareness In Emotional Intelligence]</ref>
95% believe of individuals believe they are self-aware, but according to tests, only 15% of individuals are genuinely aware of themselves.
<ref>''[https://dreammakerr.com/emotional-intelligence-statistics/ 47 Emotional Intelligence Statistics & Facts]''</ref>
== See also ==
== See also ==