Ever since high school I've been writing in a spiral…
“Ever since high school I've been writing in a spiral notebook, in pencil. Everything looks too polished on a computer when you start writing, and I can't really see it. I feel like the words are much more naked in pencil, on a notebook. I feel that my brain works differently, and words come out differently, if I have a pencil in my hand, rather than if I have a keyboard. I tend to add more in the margins. I tend to elongate the sentences as I'm writing and editing, and there is just something about the feeling of writing longhand that I really love.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Writing by hand engages the brain differently, making thoughts feel raw and unfiltered compared to typing.
In simple terms: Handwriting feels raw and personal.
Key Takeaway
Try handwriting for brainstorming.
Themes
creativity
process
mindfulness
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
personal
process
When to use this quote
- brainstorming
- journal writing
- drafting essays
- note taking
Key Concepts
cognitive engagement
embodied cognition
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the tactile feel influence your ideas?
- Can you combine both methods effectively?
A Different Perspective
Handwriting is slower and less editable than typing.