self-expression
UK: ˌself ɪkˈspreʃən | US: ˌself ɪkˈspreʃən
n. the expression of one's thoughts, feelings, or identity, especially through art, behavior, or speech.
The word "self-expression" combines "self," derived from Old English "self" (meaning "one's own person"), and "expression," from Latin "expressio" (meaning "a pressing out" or "representation"). The term emerged in the early 19th century, reflecting the Romantic era's emphasis on individualism and personal creativity. The morphemes logically merge to signify the outward manifestation of inner identity or thought.
Art provides a powerful medium for self-expression.
She found self-expression through dance and poetry.
The school encourages students to explore self-expression in their projects.
His bold fashion choices are a form of self-expression.
Social media has become a common platform for self-expression.