A word for reflecting on life is introspection, contemplation, self-reflection, life review, soul searching, rumination, meditation, and retrospection, depending on depth and tone. Introspection is looking inward at own thoughts and feelings about life. Contemplation is deep thoughtful consideration of life meaning. Self-reflection is examining own life experiences and lessons. Retrospection is looking back on past life events. Soul searching is deep examination of life purpose and values. Existential reflection is thinking about meaning of life. Life review is systematic reflection on life story, often in older age. Pondering life, musing on life, and meditating on life are phrases for reflecting on life. So single word for reflecting on life could be introspection, contemplation, retrospection, or soul searching, all describing process of thinking deeply about life experiences, purpose, and lessons learned, often done during quiet moments, journaling, or major life transitions.
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