Skip to content

Every day Quote by Haruki Murakami

“If you keep on writing for three years, every day, you should be strong. Of course, you have to be strong mentally, also. But in the first place, you have to be strong physically. That is a very important thing. Physically and mentally you have to be strong.” quote by Haruki Murakami
Download Open image
“If you keep on writing for three years, every day, you should be strong. Of course, you have to be strong mentally, also. But in the first place, you have to be strong physically. That is a very important thing. Physically and mentally you have to be strong.”

Haruki Murakami

About This Quote

Source Interview: Haruki Murakami on Writing Discipline, 2015

Consistent physical and mental strength underpins creative endurance over years.

In simple terms: Being strong helps you write daily.

Key Takeaway

Build both body and mind.

Themes

discipline strength creativity health

Mood

determined motivational

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • writing practice
  • exercise routine
  • stress management
  • long‑term projects

Key Concepts

neuroscience habit formation well‑being

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance physical health with creative work?
  • What routines keep you resilient?
A Different Perspective

Physical fatigue can still undermine mental focus.

4.0 out of 5 (8 ratings)

More by Haruki Murakami

Explore all 2,930 Haruki Murakami quotes

More Every day quotes

Browse all 16,639 Every day quotes