Writer Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith
“Few things are more tempting to a writer than to repeat, admiringly, what he has said before”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Affluent Society, 1958
Writers are drawn to echoing their own words, finding comfort and confidence in repeating familiar ideas.
In simple terms: Writers like to repeat their own thoughts.
Key Takeaway
Be cautious of redundancy in writing.
Themes
writing
confidence
repetition
creativity
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- blogging
- academic papers
- speechwriting
- novel drafting
- social media posts
Key Concepts
Self‑reference
intellectual comfort
echo chamber
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we repeat ideas we already know?
- How can repetition serve or hinder communication?
A Different Perspective
Risk of stagnation and lack of originality.
