Consciousness Quote by Aldous Harding
“Probably when I was about 16 or 17 I started writing. I wouldn't call it poetry, even though I've referred to it as poetry a couple times. But I don't think that's right. It was more scribblings and stream of consciousness.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music Magazine, 2020
Early writing was free-form, unstructured stream of consciousness, not formal poetry, reflecting youthful exploration.
In simple terms: Free writing before formal poetry.
Key Takeaway
Allow spontaneous expression before formalizing.
Themes
writing
creativity
growth
identity
exploration
Mood
introspective
curious
Type
personal
creative
When to use this quote
- journaling
- songwriting
- blogging
- personal essays
Key Concepts
Stream of consciousness
creative development
self‑discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- When did you recognize your voice?
- How did early scribbles shape later work?
A Different Perspective
May lack coherence or polish.
