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“You can't plan for a seizure of feeling, and for this reason I put everything else aside when I'm inspired.” quote by May Sarton
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“You can't plan for a seizure of feeling, and for this reason I put everything else aside when I'm inspired.”

May Sarton

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Creative Process,” 1971

Inspiration is spontaneous; planning must wait for it.

In simple terms: Plan after inspiration hits.

Key Takeaway

Allow inspiration to guide actions.

Themes

creativity spontaneity discipline

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • artistic work
  • writing sessions
  • project initiation

Key Concepts

flow state creative timing

Questions to Reflect On

  • When do you feel most inspired?
  • How do you capture sudden ideas?
A Different Perspective

Over‑planning can stifle creativity.

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