Cigarette Quote by Brenda Ueland
“Now some people when they sit down to write and nothing special comes, no good ideas, are so frightened that they drink a lot of strong coffee to hurry them up, or smoke packages of cigarettes, or take drugs or get drunk. They do not know that ideas come slowly, and that the more clear, tranquil and unstimulated you are, the slower the ideas come, but the better they are.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Inner Adventure, Brenda Ueland, 1932
Creative work thrives in calm, unhurried states; forcing stimulation hampers quality of ideas.
In simple terms: Ideas need calm, not rush.
Key Takeaway
Embrace stillness for better ideas.
Themes
creativity
mindfulness
productivity
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing sessions
- brainstorming
- artistic projects
- problem solving
Key Concepts
flow
patience
intrinsic motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you create a tranquil environment for creation?
- What habits help you wait for ideas to mature?
A Different Perspective
Too much stimulation can cause anxiety and burnout, reducing long‑term output.
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