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“I keep a pen in my hand so that I can underline anything that strikes me as particularly interesting or well written—it’s a quirk left over from my days in graduate school.” quote by Kim Wright
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““I keep a pen in my hand so that I can underline anything that strikes me as particularly interesting or well written—it’s a quirk left over from my days in graduate school.””

Kim Wright

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015

She keeps a pen ready to mark any striking or well‑written passage, a habit from graduate school.

In simple terms: She underlines interesting text with a pen.

Key Takeaway

Carry a pen to capture insights.

Themes

writing observation learning

Mood

reflective curious

Type

personal practical

When to use this quote

  • research
  • reading
  • note‑taking
  • creative work

Key Concepts

mindfulness habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does marking affect comprehension?
  • Do you ever miss the flow?
A Different Perspective

May distract from full immersion in the text.

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