Examination or reporting of one's own mental states. A report of an experience, an accurate prediction of performance and an explanation of the process causing a response are different claims. Experiments can test them separately.[ref]
Telling More Than We Can Know: Verbal Reports on Mental Processes by Richard E. Nisbett and Timothy D. Wilson. Distinction between reports and access to higher-order processes
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Introspection is the process of examining and analyzing one's own thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It involves reflecting on one's internal mental state and gaining insight into personal motivations, beliefs, and emotions. Introspection is often used in psychology to encourage self-awareness and understanding, and it can also play a role in various philosophical discussions regarding consciousness and self-knowledge.