Conscious awareness

Definition

Conscious awareness refers to the state of being aware and having knowledge about one's own thoughts, feelings, sensations, and perceptions at any given moment.

Related terms

Selective attention: The ability to focus on certain stimuli while ignoring others.

Metacognition:

Thinking about our own thinking processes; it involves monitoring and reflecting on our cognitive abilities.

Self-awareness: Having knowledge and understanding of oneself as an individual with unique characteristics, emotions, and experiences.