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Feeling Quote by Alexandra Bracken

“I had the strangest feeling-like I had lost something without ever really having it in the first place-that i wasn't what I once was, and wasn't at all what I was meant to be.” quote by Alexandra Bracken
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““I had the strangest feeling-like I had lost something without ever really having it in the first place-that i wasn't what I once was, and wasn't at all what I was meant to be.””

Alexandra Bracken

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Darkest Minds, 2012

Feeling a loss of identity can stem from unmet expectations and self‑doubt, revealing a yearning for authenticity.

In simple terms: Feeling lost because of unmet expectations.

Key Takeaway

Seek clarity about who you truly are.

Themes

identity self‑discovery expectations

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

personal introspective

When to use this quote

  • career crossroads
  • relationship changes
  • personal growth
  • therapy sessions

Key Concepts

psychology existentialism self‑concept

Questions to Reflect On

  • What expectations are you holding onto?
  • How can you redefine your sense of self?
A Different Perspective

The feeling may be temporary and not reflect lasting reality.

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