Interviewer Quote by Ruth Stone
““Interviewer: The other day, when we first talked, you said that you felt that, when you were writing, you were often following invisible patterns. Stone: I don't see them so much as hear them, and I know that a poem will happen and later I will look at it, and say: Wow, where did that come from? how did I do that? I didn't set out to do that, but the neural connections are so fast, the body, the self is so slow, (laughs) that you're kind of astonished. It's odd.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Poetry of Rilke, 1994
Stone describes how poetic creation feels like hearing unseen patterns, with the mind processing faster than conscious awareness.
In simple terms: Poetry emerges from subconscious patterns we notice later.
Key Takeaway
Trust intuition and let subconscious guide writing.
Themes
creativity
intuition
process
Mood
reflective
curious
Type
observational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing sessions
- creative workshops
- mindful practice
Key Concepts
subconscious
neural timing
embodiment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance intuition with technique?
- Can you train yourself to recognize these patterns earlier?
A Different Perspective
The description may romanticize the process, overlooking disciplined craft.
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