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“Writing has always felt like a compulsion. Even at high school there'd be times when people would ask me if I wanted to go and hang out and I'd sit home and write instead.” quote by Amanda Hocking
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“Writing has always felt like a compulsion. Even at high school there'd be times when people would ask me if I wanted to go and hang out and I'd sit home and write instead.”

Amanda Hocking

About This Quote

Source Interview: Author interview, 2012, published in Publishers Weekly

Writing feels like an irresistible drive that outweighs social activities, reflecting deep passion and compulsion for creative expression.

In simple terms: Writing feels like a strong inner urge.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the compulsion as a source of creativity.

Themes

creativity passion compulsion solitude

Mood

intense reflective

Type

personal motivational

When to use this quote

  • writing projects
  • personal journaling
  • creative retreats
  • overcoming writer's block

Key Concepts

psychology intrinsic motivation artistic drive

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this urge reveal about your inner needs?
  • How can you balance writing with social life?
A Different Perspective

The compulsion may lead to isolation or neglect of other responsibilities.

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