Better Quote by Kelela
“Often, I write to feel better and to heal - to cope with things that I'm dealing with. I'm either writing to get out of a feeling or to get into the feeling, to feel it more. Usually it's the perfect remedy, but if it isn't, I focus on other parts of what I'm making that don't involve writing. If neither are working, I simply forfeit the day.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Personal interview, 2023
Writing serves as a therapeutic outlet, allowing emotional processing either by releasing feelings or deepening them; when ineffective, other creative aspects are tried, and if all fail, the day is abandoned.
In simple terms: Writing helps process emotions; if it fails, shift focus or rest.
Key Takeaway
Use writing to explore feelings, otherwise change activity.
Themes
therapy
creativity
self‑care
Mood
reflective
calming
Type
personal
therapeutic
When to use this quote
- journaling
- creative projects
- art therapy
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
emotional regulation
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions do you most need to explore?
- How can you tell when writing is no longer helpful?
A Different Perspective
If writing feels forced, it may increase stress rather than heal.
