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Direction Quote by Franz Kafka

“Every word first looks around in every direction before letting itself be written down by me.” quote by Franz Kafka
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“Every word first looks around in every direction before letting itself be written down by me.”

Franz Kafka

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The Trial", 1925

Writing is a deliberate, cautious process that surveys all angles before expression.

In simple terms: Writers consider many perspectives before writing.

Key Takeaway

Embrace thorough contemplation in creation.

Themes

creativity process reflection

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

literary instructional

When to use this quote

  • drafting essays
  • planning projects
  • artistic work

Key Concepts

deliberation writing technique mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance planning and action?
  • When is it okay to trust intuition?
A Different Perspective

Overanalysis can stall progress.

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