When I'm writing, I'm trying to access my subconscious and…
“When I'm writing, I'm trying to access my subconscious and turn off my conscious brain. I use my conscious for research, but when I'm actually writing, I'm trying to get into a place where I'm tapping into the deeper, darker elements of what's going on.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He separates research from creative flow, letting the subconscious guide his writing while the conscious mind handles facts.
In simple terms: He lets his subconscious write while his conscious mind does research.
Trust your subconscious when creating.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- journaling
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know when subconscious is leading?
- What cues signal you to switch to conscious research?
Balancing analysis and intuition can be difficult.