Kaj_Sotala comments on A non-mystical explanation of “no-self” (three characteristics series)

[Kaj_Sotala]

That is, even when it turns out not to be what you thought it was, it still adds up to normality.

Lots of (neo-?)Buddhists would agree with this, FWIW. “Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water.”