Instincts Quote by Chris Chibnall
“One of your jobs as a writer is to cut out the noise. All you have is your instincts and your process.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Doctor Who series 11 press conference, 2018
Writers should eliminate unnecessary elements, trusting intuition and method.
In simple terms: Cut the clutter, follow your process.
Focus on essential story parts.
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Type
When to use this quote
- novel drafting
- screenwriting
- editing workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What “noise” do you need to remove from your work?
- How do you balance instinct with feedback?
Over‑editing can strip a piece of its unique voice.