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“We are, largely, who we remember ourselves to be. That's why habits are so hard to break. If we know ourselves to be liars, we expect not to tell the truth. If we think of ourselves as honest, we try harder.” quote by Holly Black
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“We are, largely, who we remember ourselves to be. That's why habits are so hard to break. If we know ourselves to be liars, we expect not to tell the truth. If we think of ourselves as honest, we try harder.”

Holly Black

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Darkest Part of the Forest, 2015

Our self‑image shapes behavior; habits reflect the identity we assign ourselves.

In simple terms: Self‑belief drives habits.

Key Takeaway

Align habits with desired self.

Themes

identity habits self‑perception

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

self‑help philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • habit formation
  • self‑assessment

Key Concepts

psychology behavioral change

Questions to Reflect On

  • What identity do you want to embody?
  • How can you reshape self‑talk?
A Different Perspective

Changing identity is hard.

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