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Contemporary Quote by Felicity Everett

“The thing is, Sara, writing's scary. You have to be prepared to go deep…And when your brain's shouting, 'No, no, no, I'm not going to think that thought; it's too dirty, it's too scary, it's too painful,' that's when you must make yourself think it and make yourself write it.” quote by Felicity Everett
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““The thing is, Sara, writing's scary. You have to be prepared to go deep…And when your brain's shouting, 'No, no, no, I'm not going to think that thought; it's too dirty, it's too scary, it's too painful,' that's when you must make yourself think it and make yourself write it.””

Felicity Everett

About This Quote

Writing requires courage to confront uncomfortable thoughts and emotions, even when your mind resists. You must push through fear and write about the painful or dirty things.

In simple terms: Writing is hard because you have to think about scary things and write them anyway.

Key Takeaway

Write through the fear.

Themes

courage creativity writing vulnerability

Mood

intense brave vulnerable

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • writing a difficult scene
  • overcoming writer's block
  • sharing personal stories

Key Concepts

artistic struggle confronting fears authenticity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What thoughts are you avoiding?
  • How can you create a safe space to write honestly?
A Different Perspective

Not all writing needs to be painful; sometimes lightness is also valuable.

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