introspektiv
Introspektiv is an adjective used to describe processes, methods, or styles that involve turning attention inward to examine one’s own mental states, thoughts, feelings, and sensations. The term stems from Latin introspectus, meaning looked at from within. In everyday use it often refers to self-reflection or inward-facing awareness, as well as to approaches in psychology, philosophy, and literature that foreground subjective experience.
In psychology and the philosophy of mind, introspection refers to the practice of observing and reporting one’s
In literature and culture, introspective works emphasize inner life, self-examination, and personal meaning. Introspective narration, confessional