""The quest to find and define yourself can feel never-ending, and a vital part of life, as if you're missing out without self-understanding.""
""If you understand others you are smart. If you understand yourself you are illuminated." – Lao-tzu highlights the importance of self-awareness."
The article discusses the cultural obsession with self-understanding, tracing its roots to ancient philosophers like Socrates and Lao-tzu. It highlights the growing popularity of therapy and self-tracking tools, with individuals increasingly engaging in various practices to define their identities. Social psychologist Rebecca Schlegel points out that this emphasis on self-examination is deeply ingrained in modern society, influencing behaviors and interactions. While knowing oneself is valued, the continuous search for self-identity can often feel overwhelming and relentless, leading many to feel pressured in their pursuits of self-awareness.
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