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All alone Quote by Sarah Dessen

“Editing is hard but nowhere NEAR as tough as facing that blank page and blinking cursor each day. You're all alone and no one else can do it. At least with editing you have someone in the trench with you.” quote by Sarah Dessen
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“Editing is hard but nowhere NEAR as tough as facing that blank page and blinking cursor each day. You're all alone and no one else can do it. At least with editing you have someone in the trench with you.”

Sarah Dessen

About This Quote

Writing feels easier than confronting a blank page alone, where editing offers companionship in the struggle.

In simple terms: Editing feels less lonely than starting from scratch.

Key Takeaway

Seek support when facing blank starts.

Themes

loneliness creativity support

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • writing a
  • editing work
  • creative blocks
  • solitary tasks

Key Concepts

psychology process motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you find companionship in solitary work?
  • What rituals ease the blank page fear?
A Different Perspective

Even with help, the anxiety of a blank page can persist.

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