past self

language: ja

definitions

  1. The version of an individual as they existed at a previous point in time, often implying a change in character, beliefs, or circumstances.
    ja: 過去の自分
  2. A former identity, role, or way of living that a person has since abandoned or moved away from.
    ja: かつての姿

examples

  1. Looking at old photos, she felt a disconnect from her past self.

    古い写真を見て、彼女は過去の自分との隔たりを感じた。

  2. He had completely shed his past self as a corporate lawyer to become an artist.

    彼は企業弁護士としてのかつての姿を完全に捨て、芸術家になった。