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I feel as though I never had choice not to be a writer. I…

“I feel as though I never had choice not to be a writer. I feel in my heart of hearts that writing chose me and this is what I must do. I have no choice but to write, and to write, and to write, because my very life depends on it. And to assume that, of course, everyone in the entire universe wants…” quote by Jerdine Nolen
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“I feel as though I never had choice not to be a writer. I feel in my heart of hearts that writing chose me and this is what I must do. I have no choice but to write, and to write, and to write, because my very life depends on it. And to assume that, of course, everyone in the entire universe wants to read what I've written.”

Jerdine Nolen

About This Quote

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

Writing feels inevitable, a calling that defines existence and purpose.

In simple terms: Writing feels like destiny.

Key Takeaway

Answer the inner call to write.

Themes

creativity destiny purpose writing

Mood

introspective determined

Type

motivational reflective

When to use this quote

  • authoring a novel
  • journaling
  • teaching writing
  • publishing

Key Concepts

calling self‑actualization artistic drive

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives your writing?
  • How do you sustain creative energy?
A Different Perspective

Compulsion can become burnout if not balanced.

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