Computer Quote by Jonathan Dee
“The first draft of everything, I write longhand. One of the nice things about that is that it makes you keep going. If you write a bad sentence on the computer, then it's very tempting to go back and fidget with it and spend another 20 minutes trying to make it into a good sentence.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing Process, Jonathan Dee, 2015
Writing longhand forces continuity and discourages endless editing, keeping momentum alive.
In simple terms: Handwriting sustains progress.
Key Takeaway
Write first, edit later.
Themes
productivity
writing
focus
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
process
When to use this quote
- drafting
- creative work
- academic writing
- blogging
Key Concepts
habit formation
cognitive flow
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the medium affect your writing flow?
- What habits help you stay in the zone?
A Different Perspective
Handwriting may be slower and less convenient than digital tools.
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