navel–gazing

noun navel–gaz·ing \ˈnā-vəl-ˈgā-ziŋ\

: the activity of thinking too much or too deeply about yourself, your experiences, your feelings, etc.

Full Definition of NAVEL-GAZING

: useless or excessive self-contemplation

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1963

Synonyms: egocentricity, egocentrism, egomania, egotism, narcissism, navel-gazing, self-absorption, self-centeredness, self-concern, self-interest, self-involvement, selfishness, selfness, self-preoccupation, self-regard

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