“I have never been a fascist, I have always been a fascist.”
What this quote means
This paradoxical statement by Licio Gelli, a controversial figure, plays with time to blur tracks. It suggests that political identity is not a matter of past or present but an immutable essence. It resonates with the idea that our deep convictions don't change even if our words vary. It invites reflection on the constancy of our values and the difference between what we say and what we are.
How to apply it daily
Ask yourself about a deep conviction. Have you always been faithful to it, even if your actions varied? Write down your reflections.
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