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Date Published: 31/08/2024
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.63023/2525-2445/jfs.ulis.5361
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Vol. 40 No. 4
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Research
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Cao, Q. T., & Van, T. T. B. (2024). FOSTERING SELF-AWARENESS AND SELF-LOVE FOR MINDSET TRANSFORMATION AND PERSONAL GROWTH: INSIGHTS FROM THE HEALING JOURNEY OF A LITERATURE CHARACTER. VNU Journal of Foreign Studies, 40(4), 160-180. https://doi.org/10.63023/2525-2445/jfs.ulis.5361

FOSTERING SELF-AWARENESS AND SELF-LOVE FOR MINDSET TRANSFORMATION AND PERSONAL GROWTH: INSIGHTS FROM THE HEALING JOURNEY OF A LITERATURE CHARACTER

Quynh Trang Cao1, Thi Thanh Binh Van2,
1 Faculty of English Language Teacher Education, VNU University of Languages and International Studies, No.2 Pham Van Dong, Cau Giay, Hanoi, Vietnam
2 Faculty of Linguistics and Cultures of English-Speaking Countries, VNU University of Languages and International Studies, No.2 Pham Van Dong, Cau Giay, Hanoi, Vietnam

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This paper investigates the educational function of literature via the development of self-love through the self-healing journey of Nora Seed in the novel “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig. Using the Totally-Inclusive Self-love framework (Van & Whitehead, 2024), this study looks into the role of certain dimensions of self-love in guiding Nora toward joy and motivation to live despite facing others’ expectations and social norms. The findings indicate that Nora's journey is motivated by several inner strengths, particularly self-awareness and Totally Inclusive Self-love. Furthermore, self-awareness plays a transformative role in her journey toward liberating herself from the negative impact of external factors, empowering her to discover her authentic aspirations, become resilient against these pressures, and have the courage to determine her own path. The results highlight the power of literary narratives in encouraging self-reflection and empowerment. Through Nora's journey, readers are invited to reflect on their inner strengths and weakness as well as their attitude towards their own circumstance and apply the lessons learned from her narrative to their own journey toward personal growth and fulfillment.


 

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totally inclusive self-love, self-awareness, educational function of literature, character

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