Feels Quote by L.P. Hartley
“It's better to write about things you feel than about things you know about.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Go-Between, 1953
Writing from personal feeling yields more authentic and resonant work than writing from mere knowledge, emphasizing emotional truth over factual accuracy.
In simple terms: Write about what you feel, not just what you know.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize emotional honesty in writing.
Themes
writing
emotion
authenticity
creativity
truth
Mood
introspective
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
creative
literary
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- journalism
- poetry
- personal essays
Key Concepts
subjectivity
expressive writing
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance feeling with factual accuracy?
- What role does emotion play in your creative process?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on feeling may neglect factual rigor.
