You might think you made a new world or a new self, but your old self is always gonna be there, just below the surface, and if something happens, it'll stick its head out and say 'Hi.' You don't seem to realize that. You were made somewhere else.
The quote from Haruki Murakami's "The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle" reflects on the complexities of self-identity and transformation. It suggests that while individuals may strive to create a new identity or reality, their past selves remain an inherent part of who they are. This lingering aspect of identity can resurface unexpectedly, highlighting the continuous influence of previous experiences and emotions.