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“Odd as it may seem, I am my remembering self, and the experiencing self, who does my living, is like a stranger to me.” quote by Daniel Kahneman
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“Odd as it may seem, I am my remembering self, and the experiencing self, who does my living, is like a stranger to me.”

Daniel Kahneman

About This Quote

The remembering self and experiencing self are distinct, leading to a sense of unfamiliarity with one's own life.

In simple terms: Two selves differ.

Key Takeaway

Integrate memory and experience.

Themes

memory experience self

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • life review
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

psychology neuroscience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile past and present?
  • Which self guides you?
A Different Perspective

Memory can distort reality.

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