My grandson asked me what I was like when I was young and I realized I have no idea anymore - I feel like I've just been old forever.
More people experience this than they realize.
The accumulation of years can create a sense of discontinuity with one's earlier identity, making past selves feel foreign or lost.
“Where Are You with Identity in old age and approaching death?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.