Day Quote by Ali Smith
“You never know what you're going to end up with when you sit down to write something. At the end, if it holds, it can do this multifarious thing - which is to open things rather than close them, to make them bigger rather than smaller, to cross those divides which we live every day of our lives.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The World According to Ali Smith, The Guardian, 2020
Writing can expand perspectives and connect people, turning isolated ideas into shared understanding.
In simple terms: Writing opens minds and connects people.
Write to explore and connect.
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When to use this quote
- personal essays
- fiction workshops
- community storytelling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure your writing invites openness?
- What barriers might your words break?
Writing may not always resonate with every audience.