self-expression
noun
self-ex·pres·sion
ˌself-ik-ˈspre-shən 
: the expression of one's own personality : assertion of one's individual traits
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Karaoke is about self-expression, not funny voices.
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John Hodgman, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Humor, art, romance, or self-expression may land better when people understand the intention behind it.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 June 2026
With the sun lighting up your relationship sector and Saturn bringing structure to matters of romance, children and self-expression, you’re being called to take your connections more seriously, but without losing your spark.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
Pride Month begins June 1, ushering in a season of celebration, self-expression, and community.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 2 June 2026
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John Hodgman, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Humor, art, romance, or self-expression may land better when people understand the intention behind it.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 June 2026
With the sun lighting up your relationship sector and Saturn bringing structure to matters of romance, children and self-expression, you’re being called to take your connections more seriously, but without losing your spark.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
Pride Month begins June 1, ushering in a season of celebration, self-expression, and community.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 2 June 2026
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“Self-expression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-expression. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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