Firsts Quote by Laurence Sterne
“I write the first sentence and trust in God for the next.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tristram Shandy, 1759
Begin writing with confidence, then trust a higher power to guide the story’s continuation.
In simple terms: Start writing, then trust God.
Key Takeaway
Begin and trust divine guidance.
Themes
creativity
faith
trust
process
writing
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- authoring a novel
- journaling
- scriptwriting
- blogging
- personal essays
Key Concepts
spirituality
creative flow
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith influence your creative process?
- Can you balance intuition with planning?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on faith may limit personal responsibility for the narrative.
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