I have ALWAYS wanted to write - I was the seven-year old…
“I have ALWAYS wanted to write - I was the seven-year old entering local library poetry contests, and I recently found my eighth-grade yearbook when we moved, and I had listed "WRITER" as my future occupation. It's always been something I've been hungry to do, but I think the more practical side of me (encouraged by the more practical sides of my parents of course) shied away from pursuing a career in creative writing, in favor of something a little "safer" like law.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The desire to write clashed with practical career advice, leading to a safer choice like law over creative writing.
In simple terms: Writer ambition vs. practical safety.
Key Takeaway
Balance passion with practicality.
Themes
career
family
dreams
Mood
conflicted
hopeful
Type
advice
personal
When to use this quote
- choosing a profession
- parental influence
- personal ambition
Key Concepts
creative writing
risk assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you pursue if fear vanished?
- How can you integrate writing into a stable career?
A Different Perspective
Practical concerns can suppress creative pursuits.