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“The material dictates the approach. I tell the stories in the way that feels natural to tell them. Certainly the last thing I want is to be "difficult."” quote by Steve Erickson
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“The material dictates the approach. I tell the stories in the way that feels natural to tell them. Certainly the last thing I want is to be "difficult."”

Steve Erickson

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Storytelling, Podcast, 2021

Storytelling should follow the natural flow of material, avoiding forced difficulty.

In simple terms: Tell stories naturally, not artificially.

Key Takeaway

Let the material guide your narrative style.

Themes

creativity authenticity craft

Mood

conversational practical

Type

creative instructional

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • film directing
  • content creation

Key Concepts

Narrative flow material-driven storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • What material cues tell you how to shape a story?
  • When does natural flow become complacency?
A Different Perspective

Risk of becoming too passive, losing editorial discipline.

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