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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Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
The challenge now is prioritizing your sense of security with your desire for self-expression.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Why Whimsymaxxing is Taking Over in 2026 According to Alexa Kingery, founder and principal designer of Alexa Kingery Interiors, whimsymaxxing was born out of a desire for nostalgia, authenticity, and self-expression.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
The Moon conjoins mischievous Mercury in your 5th House of Celebration, which invites you to engage in joyful self-expression.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Self-expression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-expression. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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