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“I think the hardest thing, really, is trying not to write.” quote by Kevin Young
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“I think the hardest thing, really, is trying not to write.”

Kevin Young

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2022

Writing can feel like a compulsion, and resisting it is a struggle for many creators.

In simple terms: Writing feels hard to resist.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the urge to write and channel it productively.

Themes

creativity self-discipline writing

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • author workshops
  • daily journaling
  • creative blocks
  • self-reflection

Key Concepts

compulsion flow self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does resisting writing affect your creativity?
  • What benefits arise from writing regularly?
A Different Perspective

The urge to write may be essential for growth, not a problem.

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