Keep going Quote by Paul Auster
“I think most writers can't really think about their work without a kind of revulsion. And I think that's probably why we keep going back and trying again, trying to do better each time.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Paris Review, 2017
Writers often feel disgust toward their work, yet that revulsion drives them to improve repeatedly.
In simple terms: Self‑criticism fuels artistic progress.
Key Takeaway
Embrace discomfort to refine your craft.
Themes
creativity
self‑critique
perseverance
Mood
introspective
determined
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- Writing workshops
- draft revisions
- personal journals
Key Concepts
Artistic growth
psychology of creation
Questions to Reflect On
- Why is revulsion useful for creators?
- How can you balance critique and confidence?
A Different Perspective
Obsessive self‑doubt can stall output.
