Advice Quote by Doris Lessing
“Advice to young writers? Always the same advice: learn to trust our own judgment, learn inner independence, learn to trust that time will sort the good from the bad– including your own bad.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 1994
Writers should develop self‑trust, independence, and patience, allowing time to reveal the value of their work.
In simple terms: Trust yourself and let time judge your writing.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner confidence and patience.
Themes
creativity
self‑reliance
patience
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- personal journaling
- editing drafts
- publishing submissions
Key Concepts
self‑trust
inner independence
temporal judgment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance self‑trust with constructive criticism?
- What role does time play in judging your work?
A Different Perspective
Self‑trust may lead to echo chambers without external feedback.
