Author Quote by Ron Dakron
““1. Write like you’ll live forever — fear is a bad editor. 2. Write like you’ll croak today — death is the best editor. 3. Fooling others is fun. Fooling yourself is a lethal mistake. 4. Pick one — fame or delight. 5. The archer knows the target. The poet knows the wastebasket. 6. Cunning and excess are your friends. 7. TV and liquor are your enemies. 8. Everything eternal happens in a spare room at 3 a.m. 9. You’re done when the crows sing.””
About This Quote
Balancing boldness and humility in writing; recognizing fear and death as editors; warning against self‑deception; choosing purpose; knowing limits; embracing cunning while avoiding excess; avoiding harmful distractions; creative breakthroughs often occur in solitude; recognizing completion when work resonates.
In simple terms: Write fearlessly, stay honest, choose focus, and know when you’re done.
Key Takeaway
Write boldly, stay true, pick a purpose, avoid distractions, recognize completion.
Themes
Embrace daring creativity, avoid self‑deception, focus on purpose, limit excess, accept endings.
Mood
determined
reflective
inspirational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- cunning
- self‑deception
- excess
- distractions
- solitude
Key Concepts
creativity
self‑discipline
purpose
humility
focus
Practical Applications
- writer’s block
- creative burst
- late‑night work
- finalizing a piece
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance boldness with humility in your work?
- What habits help you recognize when a piece is complete?
A Different Perspective
Over‑cunning can lead to burnout; excessive self‑criticism may stifle output.
