What are introspective moments?

Introspective moments are periods where a person reflects deeply on their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. These moments can lead to greater self-awareness and personal insights. Jay Shetty describes these introspective experiences as transformative, whereby reflecting on pivotal moments enhances one's self-understanding and contributes to being more reflective, meditative, or introspective. This deep reflection enables learning and self-discovery, often spurred by significant life experiences 1 .

However, introspection is not always beneficial. Tasha Eurich warns that excessive self-reflection might lead to less self-awareness and more stress, depression, and anxiety. This occurs because people often misinterpret their thoughts and feelings or are unaware of underlying factors affecting their behavior, leading to incorrect conclusions about themselves 2 .