self-discovery
noun
self-dis·cov·ery
ˌself-di-ˈskə-v(ə-)rē 
: the act or process of achieving self-knowledge
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Legally Blonde warms the heart by proving that self-discovery never goes out of style!
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Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
For many fans — including plenty in the audience with neon green or pink hair — dyeing your own hair at home is part of self-discovery.
—Deborah Sengupta Stith, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Drawing from field research and personal observations, the story examines the intersection of local politics, corporate interests and environmental change while exploring questions of identity and self-discovery among young characters.
—Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
Ethan is on a path of self-discovery.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
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Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
For many fans — including plenty in the audience with neon green or pink hair — dyeing your own hair at home is part of self-discovery.
—Deborah Sengupta Stith, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Drawing from field research and personal observations, the story examines the intersection of local politics, corporate interests and environmental change while exploring questions of identity and self-discovery among young characters.
—Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
Ethan is on a path of self-discovery.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
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“Self-discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-discovery. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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