noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
self-reflection; self-examination
The act of looking back on one's own actions, thoughts, or character, often with a critical or evaluative intent. Used as a noun or with の to modify another noun.
自己反省の時間を持つことは大切だ。
It is important to have time for self-reflection.
noun or participle which takes 'suru'
to reflect on oneself; to self-question; to rethink
The action of engaging in self-reflection, often used with する. Implies a deliberate process of examining one's own behavior or decisions.
失敗の原因について自己反省した。
I reflected on the cause of my failure.
彼は自分の言動を自己反省するようになった。
He came to reflect on his own words and actions.