You are what you do. Not what you say you’ll do.
Often, I get fancy in my reflection and thinking. I seek comfort in my thoughts. Because in there, I am not confronted with reality.
But ultimately, you are not what you think you could be. Or what you say you'll do.
You are what you do.
Action is the only thing that counts. And with every action, you get the chance to vote for the type of person you want to be.
The truthful answer is available in plain sight: how did you truly spend your time last week?
If there's a big mismatch between who you think you are and what you actually do, it's time to get out of your head and become who you want to be by acting.
Stop seeking comfort in the potential of an identity being true in the real world if you were to try, but confront the reality with courage to find out, learn, and evolve.