Breathe Quote by Terry Brooks
“If anything in your life is more important than writing - anything at all - you should walk away now while you still can. Forewarned is forearmed. For those who cannot or will not walk away, you need only to remember this. Writing is life. Breathe deeply of it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Q&A, 2020
If writing is your top priority, you must be ready to abandon other pursuits now, using preparation as a safeguard; otherwise, accept the inevitability of staying.
In simple terms: Prioritize writing above all, or accept staying stuck.
Key Takeaway
Choose writing or accept your current path.
Themes
prioritization
commitment
career choice
Mood
determined
urgent
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- career crossroads
- creative blocks
- life planning
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
writing
life balance
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for writing?
- How do you assess when to walk away?
A Different Perspective
Not all can afford to quit; external constraints matter.
