“I am not what I used to be, and I am not what I will be.”
What this quote means
Lermontov expresses the idea that identity is constantly evolving. We are not fixed in the past, nor limited by what we will become. This quote is an encouragement to embrace change and personal growth. It resonates with those who feel different from who they were and aspire to become better. It frees us from the label we give ourselves.
How to apply it daily
Write a short letter to your future self, describing what you want to become, and read it in a year to see your evolution.
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