10 Life Lessons from 'Groundhog Day'

2. The Unexamined Life Is Not Worth Living
Most us aren’t as self-involved, self-indulging, or self-celebrating as Phil is. He’s a man who never takes stock of his life and its philosophical failings, which is why the Socratic powers that be forcefully ensnare him. While it’s doubtful we’ll ever face such drastic corrective measures, Groundhog Day is a cautionary reminder that it might be good to occasionally invest in some self-reflection to catalyze self-improvement.