Criminals Quote by Carolyn See
“It's my experience that you first feel the impulse to write in your chest. It's like falling in love, only more so. It feels like something criminal. It feels like unspeakably wild sex. So, think: When you feel the overpowering need to go out and find some unspeakably wild sex, do you rush to tell your mom about it?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Paris Review, 2014
The quote describes how powerful creative urges can feel like intense, almost illicit passion, comparable to love or wild sex.
In simple terms: Creative urges feel like intense, illicit passion.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge the feeling, then channel it into writing.
Themes
creativity
passion
expression
Mood
intense
reflective
Type
inspirational
personal
When to use this quote
- writing
- personal reflection
- creative block
- emotional intensity
Key Concepts
psychology
artistic drive
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you transform intense desire into disciplined work?
- What boundaries help you stay grounded?
A Different Perspective
The intensity may distract from practical responsibilities.
