Age Quote by Damian Barr
“Memory implies that there is some static time and place you can go back to, whereas if you relive it by trying to put yourself back in that context, its more nuanced, less black and white. More traumatic, but also more exciting. When I knew I had to write about things that would be painful, I put off doing it for ages. But then eventually the fear of not doing it becomes greater than the fear of doing it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Personal Reflection, 2020
Writing about painful topics feels daunting, but the fear of not writing eventually outweighs the fear of confronting pain.
In simple terms: Writing pain is scary, yet avoidance is scarier.
Key Takeaway
Write despite fear.
Themes
courage
self-discovery
creativity
Mood
motivational
introspective
Type
self-help
creative
When to use this quote
- journaling
- therapy
- creative projects
Key Concepts
psychology
writing process
Questions to Reflect On
- What holds you back from confronting pain?
- How can you transform fear into motivation?
A Different Perspective
May not apply to all writers.
