"The unexamined life is not worth living." Think about what a life without introspection, reflection, and self-awareness yields.  According to Socrates, it is important to reflect on one's actions, beliefs, and values to understand oneself better and to live a more fulfilling life. Without such examination, one is likely to live a life driven by societal norms and external pressures rather than by personal values and convictions. Socrates believed that self-knowledge and self-awareness were the keys to a meaningful and fulfilling life.