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my younger self vs my little self

Both are correct, but they're used in different contexts. 'My younger self' is commonly used to refer to oneself at a younger age, emphasizing the age aspect. On the other hand, 'my little self' can be used to refer to oneself as a child, emphasizing the small or young aspect.
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my younger self

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to oneself at a younger age.

This phrase is used to talk about one's past self, usually when reflecting on how one has changed or grown over time.

Examples:

  • When I look back at my younger self, I realize how much I've learned since then.
  • My younger self would never have believed where I am today.
  • Sep 13, 2023 ... A letter to my younger self ... Hey, I hope you are fine, I know you've always waited for a sign or signal from the future, so here I sit down to ...
  • Jul 1, 2020 ... What would you say if you could give advice to your younger self? In this letter, I address all the things I would tell my younger self if I ...
  • Letter to My Younger Self. TODD WARSHAW/GETTY IMAGES. Ryan Leaf. Retired NFL. Apr 26, 2017. Dear 21-year-old Ryan,. I have a joke for you.
  • Jan 2, 2024 ... Edit: I know I should be kind to my younger self by being kind to me. But I struggle with being kind to myself. I had a few conversations ...
  • Letter to My Younger Self. Mario Andretti. Auto Racing. Jun 9, 2016. Dear Mario,. If you're reading this, it means you've arrived in America.
  • Aug 21, 2024 ... Here is my brutally honest advice to my younger self... Happiness is found through service of others. This simple story changed the way I think ...
  • Things I'd Tell My Younger Self. "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."
  • A couple months ago I even let myself goof off by reading a murder mystery! I doubt my younger self would approve, but it's fun and educational to branch out.
  • Mar 29, 2023 ... The Book I'd Give My Younger Self · If I could tell my college-aged self to read just one book, it would be The Lonely Man of Faith by Joseph B.
  • Apr 13, 2021 ... I Wrote the Super Queer Novel My Younger Self Needed. Would I have realized I was gay sooner if queer books were more mainstream? Person ...

Alternatives:

  • my past self
  • my former self
  • the me from years ago
  • the me when I was younger
  • my previous self

my little self

This phrase is correct and can be used to refer to oneself as a child, emphasizing the small or young aspect.

This phrase is more poetic or metaphorical and can evoke a sense of nostalgia or innocence when talking about one's childhood self.

Examples:

  • I still remember the dreams and fears of my little self.
  • My little self used to believe in magic and fairy tales.
  • Sep 11, 2024 ... My little self builded passive subwoofer. Show & Tell. This is my last ... Any opinion or advice?
  • Oct 1, 2022 ... These are all fine: "I would tell... little me; young me; 5-year-old me; my little self; my young self; my 5-year-old self.
  • Dec 23, 2023 ... I do too. My little self is different to my big self and me and people that know I regress refer to them as their own person..
  • Sep 24, 2024 ... This is my little self portrait which is currently on display at the National Portrait Gallery as part of the Herbert Smith Freehills Award.
  • My little self at the Stardew Valley Fair :3. Thread starter staubmotte; Start date Aug 20, 2021. Tags: #stardewfair art artist digitalart fair fanart stardew ...
  • Oct 4, 2013 ... This was a huge step in my yoga practice. I know see my little self as a shell that contains the big Self. I may occasionally get lost in the ...
  • Sep 12, 2018 ... My Little Self-Serve Honey House. Tags: honey for sale honey house honey stand self serve honey selling honey · Jump to Latest. 17K views 9 ...
  • Aug 27, 2019 ... No photo description available. ... Today's cartoon! From Harry Bliss and my little self. ... Gah, that smug little smirk. You're crushing it—-“Not ...
  • In searching for my true self, First I had to meet and conquer My Little Self. This lifetime journey of discovery became a reality and a necessity.
  • My Little Self-Care Book ... This self care activity workbook is designed to help you know yourself better and improve your sense of personal accomplishment.

Alternatives:

  • my childhood self
  • my young self
  • my small self
  • my child self
  • my younger version

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