Introspection
The examination of one’s thoughts and feelings; self-reflection.
Epiphany
A sudden, profound realization or insight.
Existentialism
A philosophy explaining individual freedom, choice, and the search for meaning.
Ambivalence
Mixed feelings or contradictory attitudes toward a person, object, or idea.
Nihilism
The rejection of all religious and moral principles, often in the belief that life is meaningless.
Catharsis
Emotional release or purification experienced by a character or reader.
Transcendence
Going beyond ordinary limits, surpassing typical experience.
Disquiet
A feeling of anxiety or unease.
Mimesis
Imitation or representation of real life in art and literature.
Surrealism
A movement or style featuring bizarre or dream-like imagery and ideas.
