Business Quote by Anna Świrszczyńska
““Myself and my Person There are moments when I feel more clearly than ever that I am in the company of my own person. This comforts and reassures me, this heartens me, just as my tridimensional body is heartened by my own authentic shadow. There are moments when I really feel more clearly than ever that I am in the company of my own person. I stop at a street corner to turn left and I wonder what would happen if my own person walked to the right. Until now that has not happened but it does not settle the question.””
About This Quote
Source Poetry: “Self and My Person” by Anna Świrszczyńska, 1975
The poet reflects on moments of deep self‑recognition, feeling accompanied by one’s true self, and contemplates alternate choices that remain unexplored.
In simple terms: Feeling deeply connected to oneself and pondering unseen paths.
Key Takeaway
Embrace self‑awareness and consider alternative actions.
Themes
self‑identity
reflection
choice
authenticity
Mood
contemplative
introspective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily decision making
- creative writing
- therapy
- mindful walking
Key Concepts
existentialism
mindfulness
personal narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing your “own person” affect your decisions?
- What would change if you chose the opposite path?
A Different Perspective
The insight may be abstract and hard to apply concretely.
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