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“I never know when I sit down, just what I am going to write. I make no plan; it just comes, and I don't know where it comes from.” quote by D. H. Lawrence
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“I never know when I sit down, just what I am going to write. I make no plan; it just comes, and I don't know where it comes from.”

D. H. Lawrence

About This Quote

Source Essay: “On Writing,” 1925

Creative work often emerges spontaneously, without a preset plan, allowing intuition to guide the process.

In simple terms: Writing can be unplanned and still be effective.

Key Takeaway

Embrace uncertainty in creation.

Themes

creativity spontaneity intuition

Mood

inquisitive thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • journaling
  • fiction writing
  • improvisational art

Key Concepts

literature flow state creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance spontaneity with coherence?
  • When does planning enhance your work?
A Different Perspective

Lack of structure may lead to unfocused output.

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