Protect yourself Quote by Robin Black
““Do whatever you have to do, avoid whatever you need to avoid, protect yourself however you need to protect yourself in order to stay on course, write, send the work out, write more, send out more work. Because as wonderful as the rest of it may be, conferences, twitter, writing groups, and so on, if they are more than you can handle, that’s okay. But if you stop writing and stop sending your work into the world, that is not okay. That is giving up.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Robin Black, 2022
Consistent creation and distribution of work is essential; avoid overload but never cease sharing your output.
In simple terms: Keep creating and sharing, even when overwhelmed.
Key Takeaway
Never stop sharing your work.
Themes
productivity
self‑care
creativity
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
advice
When to use this quote
- writing routine
- publishing
- social media
- conference participation
- creative burnout
Key Concepts
discipline
balance
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance self‑care with consistent output?
- What small step can you take today to share your work?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on self‑protection can lead to stagnation.
