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“He suddenly announced that he could not write any more since "All that I have written seems like straw to me."” quote by Thomas Aquinas
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“He suddenly announced that he could not write any more since "All that I have written seems like straw to me."”

Thomas Aquinas

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1273

The writer feels his work has become meaningless, expressing creative fatigue and self‑doubt.

In simple terms: Feeling that one’s work has lost value.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address creative burnout.

Themes

creativity self‑doubt artistic struggle

Mood

introspective somber thoughtful

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • writing projects
  • academic research
  • artistic endeavors

Key Concepts

existential angst intellectual humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can revive your sense of purpose?
  • How do you differentiate between doubt and growth?
A Different Perspective

May be a temporary phase, not permanent inability.

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