inner life; internal life
Refers to a person's mental, emotional, or spiritual existence, as opposed to outward actions or material circumstances. Often used in philosophical, psychological, or literary contexts.
He values the richness of his inner life more than external success.
Keeping a diary is a good way to reflect on one's inner life.
精神生活 emphasizes the spiritual or mental aspect of life, often with a focus on intellectual or religious pursuits, while 内部生活 is broader and can include emotional and psychological dimensions.
内面 refers to one's inner self or inner side, often used in contrast to outward appearance (外面). 内部生活 is more about the ongoing process or quality of one's inner existence.
Compound of 内部 (ないぶ, 'inside, interior') and 生活 (せいかつ, 'life, living'). The term is a straightforward Sino-Japanese construction.