the inner man/woman

the inner man/woman

One's inner thoughts, conscience, mind, or spirit. Spending time away from technology and the hustle of the city does wonders for the inner woman. It's important to spend time cultivating the inner man, not just the man presented to the outside world.
See also: inner, man, woman
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

the ˌinner ˈman/ˈwoman


1 your mind or soul: Prayer and meditation are good for the inner man.
2 (humorous) your appetite: It’s time to do something for the inner man; let’s look for a restaurant.
See also: inner, man, woman
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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  • be written all over (one's) face
  • be written all over somebody's face
  • be written all over your face
  • written in (one's) face
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  • written all over your face
  • it's written all over (one's) face
  • It's written all over face
  • hustle up