It’s interesting how language shapes our perception of the self. In English, we say, "I am hungry," where the self's identity becomes synonymous with hunger in that moment. In most other languages the same phrase is said: "I feel hunger”. This phrasing separates the self (I) from the experience of hunger. 👇🏻
This linguistic nuance illustrates how languages can either merge or distinguish the self from external experiences and emotions. In most languages, the notion that "I am not the body, I am consciousness" is more naturally expressed, emphasizing a separation between the self and physical attributes.
Its quite interesting that individuals experience identity differently based on the language they speak. These variations in language and identity highlight that our sense of self is intricately connected to the words we use, and that language and identity don't always perfectly align.
