self-actualization
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self-actualization
The development of one's own personality, abilities, and talents according to one's own wishes and goals. It describes the process of fully realizing one's own potential and leading a fulfilled life.
Viele Menschen suchen in ihrer Arbeit nach Selbstverwirklichung, nicht nur nach einem guten Gehalt.
Many people look for self-actualization in their work, not just a good salary.
The word is a compound made up of 'Selbst-' (self), 'verwirklichen' (to realize), and the ending '-ung', which describes a process or a result. So it literally means 'the realization of one's own self'.
Für viele Künstler ist ihre Kunst ein Weg zur Selbstverwirklichung.
For many artists, their art is a path to self-actualization.
'Selbstverwirklichung' (self-actualization) is often combined with verbs like 'suchen' (to seek) or 'finden' (to find). It also frequently appears in connection with certain areas of life, for example 'Selbstverwirklichung im Beruf' (self-actualization at work) or 'in der Kunst' (in art).
Er fand seine persönliche Selbstverwirklichung in der ehrenamtlichen Arbeit.
He found his personal self-actualization in volunteer work.
This term is often used in the fields of psychology, philosophy, and personal development. It describes a deep, personal goal that goes beyond material success.
In dem Seminar geht es um Wege zur beruflichen und privaten Selbstverwirklichung.
The seminar is about paths to professional and personal self-actualization.
fulfillment
'Erfüllung' and 'Selbstverwirklichung' can both have to do with a satisfying and meaningful life. 'Erfüllung' more often describes the feeling of deep satisfaction that you get from an activity or way of life. 'Selbstverwirklichung' focuses more on the process: developing your own abilities, living according to your own wishes, and using your potential. So 'Erfüllung' is often the inner result, while 'Selbstverwirklichung' is more the path toward it.
Nach dem Umzug möchte Tom mehr Zeit für Kunst und Selbstverwirklichung haben.
After moving, Tom wants to have more time for art and self-actualization.
In ihrer Arbeit mit Kindern findet Maria große Erfüllung.
Maria finds great fulfillment in her work with children.