Identity

Etymology: From Latin identitas ("sameness, oneness").

Definition: The condition of being oneself or itself, and not another.

Self

Etymology: Old English self, related to Old Norse sjálfur.

Definition: The essential person that distinguishes an individual from others.

Persona

Etymology: Latin persona ("mask, character in a play").

Definition: The aspect of someone's character that is presented to or perceived by others.

Individuality

Etymology: From Medieval Latin individualitas.

Definition: The quality or character of a particular person or thing that distinguishes them from others of the same kind.

Sense of Self

Definition: The awareness of one's own identity and individuality.

Loss

Etymology: Old English los ("destruction, loss").

Definition: The fact or process of losing something or someone.

Grief

Etymology: Old French gref, from Latin gravis ("heavy, grievous").

Definition: Deep sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.

Mourning

Etymology: Old English murnan ("to mourn, bemoan").

Definition: The expression of deep sorrow for someone who has died.

Sorrow

Etymology: Old English sorg.

Definition: A feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune suffered by oneself or others.

Heartbreak

Etymology: Compound of "heart" and "break".

Definition: Overwhelming distress caused by a romantic disappointment or loss.

Unrequited Love

Etymology: From Latin unrequīrere ("not to seek in return").

Definition: Love that is not reciprocated or returned in kind.

Melancholy

Etymology: Greek melankholia ("black bile").

Definition: A deep, pensive, and long-lasting sadness typically caused by perceived loss or sorrow.

Confidence

Etymology: Latin confidentia ("trust, reliance, assurance").

Definition: The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust.

Self-assurance

Definition: Confidence in one's own abilities or judgment.

Empowerment

Etymology: From Middle French em-, en- + pouvoir ("to be able").

Definition: The process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one's life and claiming one's rights.

Self-discovery

Definition: The process of gaining insight into one's own character, feelings, and desires.

Recovery

Etymology: From Latin recuperare ("to get again, regain").

Definition: The action or process of regaining possession or control of something lost or taken away.

Renewal

Etymology: Old French renouveler, from Latin renovare ("renew").

Definition: The action of extending the period of validity of something; the process of being restored to a better condition.

Resilience

Etymology: From Latin resilire ("to rebound, recoil").

Definition: The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

Acceptance

Etymology: From Latin acceptare ("to take willingly").

Definition: The action of consenting to receive or undertake something offered.

Healing

Etymology: From Old English hǣlan ("to cure, make whole").

Definition: The process of making or becoming sound or healthy again.

Transformation

Etymology: From Latin transformare ("to change in shape or form").

Definition: A marked change in form, nature, or appearance.