Change Quote by Jasper Johns
“I think through living one's life, one both changes and remains the same. One can see it either way, one can see oneself as being now what one was and one can see oneself as being absolutely different from what one was. It's a trick of thought.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Philosophy, 1998
Living involves both continuity and change; we can view ourselves as the same person over time or as fundamentally different, highlighting the paradox of personal identity.
In simple terms: Life is both constant and changing; identity is paradoxical.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both stability and growth in self‑understanding.
Themes
identity
philosophy
change
continuity
self‑reflection
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career development
- personal therapy
- creative practice
- life coaching
Key Concepts
personal paradox
temporal perception
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- In what ways do you feel unchanged versus transformed?
- How does recognizing this paradox influence your choices?
A Different Perspective
Identity perception can be confusing and destabilizing.
