Books Quote by J. R. Moehringer
“Write every day; never give up; it's supposed to be difficult; try to find some pleasure and reward in the act of writing, because you can't look for praise from editors, readers, or critics. In other words, tips that are much easier to give than to take.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: J. R. Moehringer, The New York Times, 2015
Writing should be pursued for its own intrinsic joy, not for external validation, and perseverance is essential despite difficulty
In simple terms: Find pleasure in writing itself, not praise
Key Takeaway
Write daily, enjoy the process
Themes
creativity
perseverance
intrinsic motivation
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- author workshops
- personal journals
- blogging
- creative retreats
- writing classes
Key Concepts
Flow
self‑determination theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate internal satisfaction from writing?
- What small rituals make writing enjoyable?
A Different Perspective
External rewards are scarce and can undermine intrinsic drive
