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“I'm never more miserable than when I write, and never more happy than having finished and having it sitting in front of me.” quote by Cary Fukunaga
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“I'm never more miserable than when I write, and never more happy than having finished and having it sitting in front of me.”

Cary Fukunaga

About This Quote

Source Interview: Filmmaking Process, 2020

Writing can be painful, but completion brings joy and relief.

In simple terms: The act of writing is hard; finishing feels rewarding.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the struggle, finish the work.

Themes

creativity process completion

Mood

introspective motivational

Type

creative inspirational

When to use this quote

  • novel drafting
  • screenplay writing
  • academic essays
  • personal journaling

Key Concepts

artistic struggle self-discipline reward

Questions to Reflect On

  • What part of your work feels most rewarding?
  • How do you handle writer’s block?
A Different Perspective

May overlook the value of ongoing revision.

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