enesevaatlus
Enesevaatlus is the Estonian term for self-observation or self-examination. It refers to the deliberate attention to one’s own thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in order to gain self-awareness and guide personal or professional development. The word combines enese meaning “self” and vaatlus meaning “observation.”
In practice, enesevaatlus is used in psychology, education, and self-help. Common methods include journaling or keeping
Benefits of enesevaatlus include greater self-awareness, improved emotion regulation, and more deliberate decision-making. Criticisms include the