Alive Quote by Ruth Sawyer
“To be a good storyteller one must be gloriously alive. It is not possible to kindle fresh fires from burned-out embers. I have noticed that the best of the traditional storytellers whom I have heard have been those who live close to the heart of things-to the earth, the sea, wind and weather. They have been those who knew solitude, silence. They have been given unbroken time in which to feel deeply, to reach constantly for understanding. They have come to know the power of the spoken word. These storytellers have been sailors and peasants, wanderers and fisherman.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Little Red Hen, Ruth Sawyer, 1945
A storyteller must live fully, feeling deeply and embracing solitude to convey authentic, vivid narratives.
In simple terms: Live fully to tell true stories.
Key Takeaway
Embrace solitude and deep feeling.
Themes
storytelling
authenticity
nature
solitude
experience
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- public speaking
- personal journaling
- creative retreats
- community storytelling
Key Concepts
embodied presence
sensory awareness
emotional depth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you cultivate deep feeling in daily life?
- What solitude practices enhance your storytelling?
A Different Perspective
If you are not deeply feeling, your stories may feel shallow.
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