past self

language: ru

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.
    ru: прошлое я
  2. A former identity, role, or way of living that a person has since abandoned or moved away from.
    ru: прежняя личность

examples

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

    Глядя на старые фотографии, она почувствовала отчуждение от своего прошлого «я».

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

    Он полностью оставил свою прежнюю личность корпоративного юриста, чтобы стать художником.