Feel Quote by Lynne Rae Perkins
“I don't feel like it's something I invented myself, rather something I absorbed and continue to do.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Talk, Lynne Rae Perkins, 2018
The author feels that her creative work is not wholly original but rather a continuation of influences she has absorbed over time.
In simple terms: Your work builds on what you have absorbed, not invented alone.
Key Takeaway
Embrace influences as part of your creative process.
Themes
creativity
influence
authorship
Mood
thoughtful
inspired
Type
creative
reflective
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- art projects
- collaborative sessions
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
intertextuality
learning
growth
Questions to Reflect On
- In what ways do you add your unique voice?
- How can you balance influence with originality?
A Different Perspective
It may downplay the importance of original contribution.
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