Quote by Jean-Paul Sartre

One is still what one is going to cease to be and already what one is going to become. One lives one's death, one dies one's life.

One is still what one is going to cease to be and already wh

Summary

This quote emphasizes the constant state of change and transformation that exists within individuals. It suggests that we are simultaneously the person we are in the present and the person we are evolving into. It highlights the idea that life and death are intertwined, and that each moment contains elements of both living and dying. Ultimately, it encourages us to embrace the impermanent nature of existence and recognize that growth and transformation are essential aspects of our journey.

By Jean-Paul Sartre

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