Identity, Loss, Love Lost, Confidence, Reclaiming One's Self - Ramble on Potential Book Club Idea

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Identity

1. Identity

• Etymology: From Latin identitas ("sameness, oneness").

• Definition: The condition of being oneself or itself, and not another.

2. Self

• Etymology: Old English self, related to Old Norse sjálfur.

• Definition: The essential person that distinguishes an individual from others.

3. Persona

• Etymology: Latin persona ("mask, character in a play").

• Definition: The aspect of someone's character that is presented to or perceived by others.

4. Individuality

• Etymology: From Medieval Latin individualitas.

• Definition: The quality or character of a particular person or thing that distinguishes them from others of the same kind.

5. Sense of Self

• Definition: The awareness of one's own identity and individuality.

1. Loss

• Etymology: Old English los ("destruction, loss").

• Definition: The fact or process of losing something or someone.

2. Grief

• Etymology: Old French gref, from Latin gravis ("heavy, grievous").

• Definition: Deep sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.

3. Mourning

• Etymology: Old English murnan ("to mourn, bemoan").

• Definition: The expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died.

4. Sorrow

• Etymology: Old English sorg.

• Definition: A feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune suffered by oneself or others.

1. Heartbreak

• Etymology: Compound of "heart" and "break".

• Definition: Overwhelming distress caused by a romantic disappointment or loss.

2. Unrequited Love

• Etymology: From Latin unrequīrere ("not to seek in return").

• Definition: Love that is not reciprocated or returned in kind.

3. Melancholy

• Etymology: Greek melankholia ("black bile").

• Definition: A deep, pensive, and long-lasting sadness typically caused by perceived loss or sorrow.

1. Confidence

• Etymology: Latin confidentia ("trust, reliance, assurance").

• Definition: The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust.

2. Self-assurance

• Definition: Confidence in one's own abilities or judgment.

3. Empowerment

• Etymology: From Middle French em-, en- + pouvoir ("to be able").

• Definition: The process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one's life and claiming one's rights.

1. Self-discovery

• Definition: The process of gaining insight into one's own character, feelings, and desires.

2. Recovery

• Etymology: From Latin recuperare ("to get again, regain").

• Definition: The action or process of regaining possession or control of something lost or taken away.

3. Renewal

• Etymology: Old French renouveler, from Latin renovare ("renew").

• Definition: The action of extending the period of validity of something; the process of being restored to a better condition.

1. Resilience

• Etymology: From Latin resilire ("to rebound, recoil").

• Definition: The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

2. Acceptance

• Etymology: From Latin acceptare ("to take willingly").

• Definition: The action of consenting to receive or undertake something offered.

3. Healing

• Etymology: From Old English hǣlan ("to cure, make whole").

• Definition: The process of making or becoming sound or healthy again.

4. Transformation

• Etymology: From Latin transformare ("to change in shape or form").

• Definition: A marked change in form, nature, or appearance.