Arriving Quote by Amy Lowell
“I never deny poems when they come; whatever I am doing, whatever I am writing, I lay it aside and attend to the arriving poem.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry collection: “The Collected Poems of Amy Lowell,” 1935
Poems arrive spontaneously; the poet must pause current work to attend to them.
In simple terms: Poetry comes unexpectedly; give it attention.
Key Takeaway
Make space for sudden inspiration.
Themes
creativity
discipline
spontaneity
Mood
inspired
contemplative
Type
artistic
practical
When to use this quote
- writing practice
- artistic workshops
- teaching
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
aesthetic theory
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance ongoing work with sudden inspiration?
- What rituals help you capture fleeting ideas?
A Different Perspective
Constant interruptions can hinder progress on other tasks.
