Creating Quote by Dick Sederquist
““People ask me how to start writing. I tell them that 'Creating Creates Creativity'. Put your notes and outline aside. Start with one anecdote or conversation, and that will lead to another and another. It's the steps, the path, not the final destination that drives the process or writing.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing Process Insights, 2020
Writing begins with a single story element; the creative process unfolds through incremental steps rather than a predetermined endpoint.
In simple terms: Start with a small story piece; let it grow naturally.
Key Takeaway
Begin with an anecdote and follow its thread.
Themes
creativity
process
writing
growth
mindset
Mood
inspirational
encouraging
Type
creative
process-oriented
When to use this quote
- blog writing
- novel drafting
- screenplay outlining
Key Concepts
Narrative theory
flow state
incremental development
Questions to Reflect On
- What small story element can you start with today?
- How does embracing the journey affect your writing?
A Different Perspective
Focusing too much on structure can stifle spontaneity.
