Jumping Quote by Terra Elan McVoy
““writing, you are a girl on a trapeze, swinging high in the air. you know there is no one on the other side to catch you. but your costume is spangly and all eyes are on you and at some point you'll leap--at some point you'll flip. and there may be no net--though it may also be intact, you can't see--but at this point the jumping is everything--it's all that you've got. and as you write you understand this, you understand you won't hit send, but for now you are swinging, swinging, swinging wildly in the air. your eyes are open, your arms are outstretched.””
About This Quote
Writing feels like a daring trapeze act, with no safety net, demanding bold, continuous motion despite uncertainty.
In simple terms: Writing is a risky, daring act without safety.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the risk and keep moving forward.
Themes
creativity
risk
performance
uncertainty
expression
Mood
excited
anxious
Type
metaphorical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- authoring a novel
- public speaking
- live performance
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
courage
flow
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does risk fuel your creativity?
- What safety nets can you create in your process?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may over‑dramatize writing, ignoring structured planning.
