Psychological introspection

Psychological introspection is the process of examining and analyzing one’s own internal mental states, thoughts, feelings, and emotions to gain self-awareness and understanding. It involves turning attention inward to explore the cognitive and emotional processes that underlie behavior, decision-making, and personal experiences. Often used as a tool in psychology and philosophy, introspection allows individuals to critically evaluate their motivations, beliefs, and emotional responses.
Types of introspection:
Descriptive introspection: Observing and describing one's own thoughts, feelings, and mental states without interpretation.
Reflective introspection: Examining and analyzing one’s thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a deeper and more evaluative way.
Phenomenological introspection:Investigating personal experiences as they appear in consciousness, focusing on their subjective qualities and lived experience, often used in phenomenology.
Introspective psychology: Studying the mind through self-observation.

References:
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Introspection: Definition and Use in Psychology. Mentas Abiertas: Psicología (2023). Retrieved from: https://shorturl.at/afUNs
Eyal, N. (2025). Here Are The 4 Simple Introspection Steps That Will Boost Self Awareness. Retrieved from: https://shorturl.at/IbRqs