Brain Quote by Lily King
“Ever since high school I've been writing in a spiral notebook, in pencil. Everything looks too polished on a computer when you start writing, and I can't really see it. I feel like the words are much more naked in pencil, on a notebook. I feel that my brain works differently, and words come out differently, if I have a pencil in my hand, rather than if I have a keyboard. I tend to add more in the margins. I tend to elongate the sentences as I'm writing and editing, and there is just something about the feeling of writing longhand that I really love.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, "The Art of Longhand", 2022
Writing by hand engages the brain differently, making thoughts feel raw and unfiltered compared to typing.
In simple terms: Handwriting feels raw and personal.
Key Takeaway
Try handwriting for brainstorming.
Themes
creativity
process
mindfulness
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
personal
process
When to use this quote
- brainstorming
- journal writing
- drafting essays
- note taking
Key Concepts
cognitive engagement
embodied cognition
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the tactile feel influence your ideas?
- Can you combine both methods effectively?
A Different Perspective
Handwriting is slower and less editable than typing.
