Quote by St. Jerome

Begin to be now what you will be hereafter.

Begin to be now what you will be hereafter.

Summary

This quote, often attributed to the ancient Roman philosopher, Saint Jerome, emphasizes the importance of actions and choices in shaping our future selves. It suggests that we should start embodying the qualities and behaviors we aspire to possess in the future, instead of waiting for some ideal moment to begin. By recognizing that the seeds of our future self lie in our present actions, this quote encourages us to take responsibility for our personal growth and make positive changes in the present that will lead to the person we aim to become in the future.

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