“I changed the past by walking back into it.”
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Analysis of "I changed the past by walking back into it." - Sapphire
In this quote, Sapphire is exploring the idea of revisiting the past and the power we have to change its impact on our present and future. By "walking back into" the past, Sapphire suggests that we have the ability to alter our past experiences and memories by viewing them with a new perspective or understanding. This quote may also speak to the concept of growth and healing, as re-examining past events can lead to personal transformation and a sense of empowerment. Sapphire reminds us that our past does not have to define us, and that we have the power to shape our own narrative.
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