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“I add things, cross them off, then add a whole other bunch and cross them off, too.” quote by Haruki Murakami
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““I add things, cross them off, then add a whole other bunch and cross them off, too.””

Haruki Murakami

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The creative process involves adding ideas, discarding them, and repeatedly revising.

In simple terms: Writing is a cycle of adding and removing ideas.

Key Takeaway

Iterate relentlessly, refine your work.

Themes

creativity process revision

Mood

analytical determined

Type

practical motivational

When to use this quote

  • drafting
  • editing
  • brainstorming
  • project management

Key Concepts

writing iteration productivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it time to stop revising?
  • How do you decide what to keep?
A Different Perspective

Too much iteration can stall progress.

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