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“But whether we want to do it because we want to have people to have a different idea of who we are or not, we do it naturally. So the way we construct our narrative is different from the way we constructed it a year ago. The difference is maybe very small or it may be huge.” quote by Antonio Damasio
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“But whether we want to do it because we want to have people to have a different idea of who we are or not, we do it naturally. So the way we construct our narrative is different from the way we constructed it a year ago. The difference is maybe very small or it may be huge.”

Antonio Damasio

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

People naturally reshape their self‑story over time, sometimes subtly, sometimes dramatically, reflecting changing self‑perception.

In simple terms: We constantly rewrite our personal narratives.

Key Takeaway

Observe how your story evolves.

Themes

identity change self‑perception

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • career transitions
  • relationship shifts

Key Concepts

Narrative psychology self‑concept

Questions to Reflect On

  • How has your self‑story changed recently?
  • What influences those changes?
A Different Perspective

Narratives can be biased by selective memory.

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