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Creativity Quote by Peter Shaffer

“You never quite know what's going to strike your imagination, or something that won't going to leave you alone, not going to leave alone, and this was one for me.” quote by Peter Shaffer
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“You never quite know what's going to strike your imagination, or something that won't going to leave you alone, not going to leave alone, and this was one for me.”

Peter Shaffer

About This Quote

Source Play: Equus, 1973

Imagination strikes unpredictably, often lingering and demanding attention, shaping creative work in unexpected ways.

In simple terms: Ideas appear suddenly and stay with you.

Key Takeaway

Embrace unexpected thoughts as creative fuel.

Themes

creativity imagination unexpected insight artistic process

Mood

curious thoughtful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • brainstorming
  • problem solving
  • artistic projects

Key Concepts

serendipity mental persistence creative tension

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unexpected idea has persisted in your mind?
  • How do you channel lingering thoughts into work?
A Different Perspective

Imagination can be overwhelming and hard to control.

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