Able Quote by Jean de la Bruyere
“A good author, and one who writes carefully, often discovers that the expression of which he has been in search without being able to discover it, and which he has at last found, is that which was the most simple, the most natural, and which seems as if it ought to have presented itself at once, without effort, to the mind.”
About This Quote
A careful writer eventually discovers that the simplest, most natural expression of an idea appears effortlessly to the mind.
In simple terms: Simplicity emerges from deep understanding.
Key Takeaway
Seek natural, effortless expression.
Themes
writing
creativity
clarity
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- poetry
- teaching writing
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
philosophy of language
artistic intuition
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know when an idea is fully formed?
- What practices foster effortless insight?
A Different Perspective
Simplicity may be elusive without patience.
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