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Originally posted by JoshBTW
Don't we change our identity as we grow though? Can you say you were the same 5 years ago? 2 years ago? 6 months ago?
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I would say two things to this.
Firstly, there are elements in our identity which are intrinsic and core parts of our identity. These aspects of ourselves will not change over time, and to change them would be to change our very identity. I would say 'core' or 'intrinsic' parts of our identity include sexuality and gender.
Secondly, there is a difference I would say between a) natural identity
evolution, if you like, which I would say is a natural process involved in the blossoming of one's identity and b) a radical and sudden alteration to one's identity, which I would regard as a decisive and clear shift away from identity.
I think your point is interesting though.