Becoming Quote by Madeleine L'Engle
“A self is not something static, tied up in a pretty parcel and handed to the child, finished and complete. A self is always becoming.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, 1962
Identity is fluid, constantly evolving rather than a fixed package handed down.
In simple terms: The self constantly changes.
Key Takeaway
Embrace growth and change.
Themes
identity
growth
change
selfhood
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- adolescence
- career transitions
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
existentialism
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you nurture your evolving self?
- What habits support continual growth?
A Different Perspective
Identity can feel unsettling when expectations demand stability.
