Sefl expression

“Whereas self-expression is valued in the United States, it is not privileged with such a cultural emphasis in East Asia … This research highlights the importance of the cultural meanings of self-expression and the moderating role of cultural beliefs on the psychological effect of self-expression.” "Express Yourself": Culture and the Effect of Self-Expression on Choice. Kim, Heejung S.; Sherman, David K.Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. 2007 Jan Vol 92(1) 1-11