Language Quote by Jennifer Niven
““It was funny about writing. It was like flying or driving or playing an instrument. When you were doing it like you were supposed to be doing it, you knew it right inside of you. You could feel that this was the way it should be. But when you wrote a word that you didn't believe in, that didn't fit, it stuck out just like a bumpy landing or a bad turn or a false note.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Writing, Podcast, 2020
Writing feels natural when it aligns with inner truth, like a smooth flight; discordant words feel jarring like a bad landing.
In simple terms: Writing is authentic when it matches inner belief; false words feel off.
Key Takeaway
Write only what you truly feel.
Themes
creativity
authenticity
expression
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- authoring a novel
- songwriting
- public speaking
Key Concepts
inner truth
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you notice when your writing feels forced?
- How can you reconnect with your authentic voice?
A Different Perspective
If you force words you don’t believe, the piece loses resonance.
