self-reflection

noun
UK /ˌself rɪˈflekʃn/
US /ˌself rɪˈflekʃn/

Thinking quietly about what you did and how you feel.

After the game, she did some self-reflection about how she could play better next time.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A careful look at your own thoughts and actions to understand yourself better.

His self-reflection helped him realize he needed to be kinder to his friends.

3. The act of thinking about your own learning and progress.

The teacher asked students to write a short self-reflection at the end of the project.

4. Quiet time spent thinking about your feelings and choices.

She sat by the window for a moment of self-reflection before bed.