Temporality shapes our understanding of self from "summary" of Being and Time by Martin Heidegger
The self is not a static entity that exists in isolation. Rather, it is a dynamic and evolving entity that is fundamentally intertwined with the concept of time. Temporality is not merely a backdrop against which our lives unfold; rather, it is the very fabric that shapes our understanding of self. Our existence is always situated within a particular temporal context. We are not just beings that exist in the present moment; rather, we are beings that are constantly in the process of becoming. Our past experiences shape who we are in the present, and our future possibilities shape who we might become. Temporality is not just a linear progression from past to present to future; rather, it is a complex interplay of past, present, and future that coexist and intersect in our everyday lives. Our understanding of self is not fixed or stable; rather, it is fluid and contingent upon the temporal context in which we find ourselves. Our sense of self is always in flux, as we navigate the shifting landscape of past, present, and future. Temporality is not something that exists outside of us; rather, it is something that is deeply embedded within us, shaping our thoughts, feelings, and actions in profound ways. By recognizing the central role that temporality plays in shaping our understanding of self, we can begin to see ourselves not as static and unchanging entities, but as dynamic and evolving beings who are constantly in flux. Our sense of self is not something that we possess; rather, it is something that we are always in the process of creating and re-creating through our engagement with the temporal world around us.
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