Becoming Quote by Gilles Deleuze
“The self is only a threshold, a door, a becoming between two multiplicities”
About This Quote
Source Book: Difference and Repetition, 1968
The self is a transitional space, a gateway between multiple identities and experiences.
In simple terms: Self is a fluid threshold, not a fixed entity.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change and multiplicity within yourself.
Themes
identity
fluidity
becoming
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
theoretical
When to use this quote
- personal development
- creative work
- psychotherapy
Key Concepts
post‑structuralism
ontology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience the self as a threshold?
- What multiplicities shape your identity?
A Different Perspective
Over‑identifying with a single self can limit growth.
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