self realization

/ˌsɛlf riːəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of fully developing one's own abilities and character; achieving one's full potential.
    • The novel's main theme is the protagonist's journey toward self-realization.
    • Yoga and mindfulness are often used as tools for self-realization.
    • He felt that quitting his corporate job was a step toward self-realization.