Myself Quote by Sharon Van Etten
“I started writing for myself when I didn't know how to understand how I was feeling, and I didn't know how to talk to people about it, so I would break into the subconscious to try and understand what I was going through.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2019
She wrote to explore feelings she couldn’t articulate, diving into her subconscious for self‑understanding.
In simple terms: Writing helped her understand hidden emotions.
Key Takeaway
Use creative expression to uncover inner thoughts.
Themes
self‑discovery
creativity
emotional health
Mood
introspective
curious
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal writing
- music composition
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
journaling
subconscious exploration
artistic therapy
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions surface when you write freely?
- How can you trust insights from subconscious work?
A Different Perspective
Creative work may not always reveal clear answers.
