Each day Quote by Simon Armitage
“I have to make myself write, sometimes. In the space between poems, you somehow forget how to do it, where to begin. It was good to be task - based for a while. I just came downstairs each day, picked the one I was going to do that day, and wrote.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Writing Process" with Simon Armitage, 2020
Describes the struggle of starting poems and the benefit of a task‑based routine to overcome writer’s block.
In simple terms: Writing can be hard; set daily tasks to help.
Key Takeaway
Adopt a simple daily writing habit.
Themes
discipline
creativity
overcoming block
Mood
pragmatic
encouraging
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily writing
- creative workshops
- personal projects
Key Concepts
routine
task‑oriented writing
Questions to Reflect On
- What small writing task could you start today?
- How does structure affect your creativity?
A Different Perspective
Routine may feel restrictive for some.
