Certain Quote by Tom Stoppard
“When you write, it's making a certain kind of music in your head. There's a rhythm to it, a pulse, and on the whole, I'm writing to that drum rather than the psychological process.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Tom Stoppard on Writing, 2015
Writing is likened to music, with rhythm and pulse guiding the creative process.
In simple terms: Writing feels like making music in your mind.
Key Takeaway
Embrace rhythm when you write.
Themes
creativity
process
music
writing
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
Type
creative
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- author workshops
- creative writing classes
- personal journaling
- songwriting
Key Concepts
metaphor
flow
cognitive rhythm
Questions to Reflect On
- How does rhythm affect your writing flow?
- Can you hear a “drum” in your ideas?
A Different Perspective
Not all writers experience this musical sense.
