The idea of alternate self is quite complex both in contemporary thoughts as well as modern ones. Imagine living a parallel life, diverging with along paths as the choices are made.
This idea is deeply rooted in our self, and it's envelopes us as escapist tendencies take over. As we continue to explore these tendencies. By deeply understanding our root thoughts these parallel selves can be bought under control, it could be a deep psyche wound, a shock of some sort that may have resulted in our selves splitting or it could just be plain old boredom. It is surprising to note that on an average humans daydream quite a lot, considering possible events that help to evaluate a possible situation in more ways than one, alternate selves play a huge role in exploring these possibilities.
Thus, we see the role of alternate or parallel selves in shaping our identity and ultimately our life.
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