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Character Quote by Donald Miller

“You can call it God or a conscience, or you can dismiss it as that intuitive knowing we all have as human beings, as living storytellers; but there is a knowing I feel that guides me toward better stories, toward being a better character. I believe there is a writer outside ourselves, plotting a…” quote by Donald Miller
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““You can call it God or a conscience, or you can dismiss it as that intuitive knowing we all have as human beings, as living storytellers; but there is a knowing I feel that guides me toward better stories, toward being a better character. I believe there is a writer outside ourselves, plotting a better story for us, interacting with us, even, and whispering a better story into our consciousness.””

Donald Miller

About This Quote

Source Book: Blue Like Jazz by Donald Miller, 2003

The quote suggests an inner guiding intuition, likened to a divine writer, that steers us toward better narratives and personal growth.

In simple terms: An inner voice guides us to better stories and characters.

Key Takeaway

Listen to your inner guidance for personal improvement.

Themes

creativity spirituality self‑development

Mood

inspired thoughtful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • personal reflection
  • creative projects
  • career decisions

Key Concepts

intuition storytelling higher purpose inner guidance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your inner voice influence your daily choices?
  • Can you identify moments when intuition improved a story?
A Different Perspective

The concept may be too abstract for pragmatic decision‑making.

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