Citizens Quote by Vijay Seshadri
“I would say that when I write prose I'm a more socially responsible person. I'm much more a citizen of the world. But the instability of the poetry, the emotional jaggedness, is also me.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Global Citizen Writer,” 2018
Writing prose expands social responsibility and global perspective, while poetry’s instability reflects personal emotional complexity.
In simple terms: Prose makes you socially responsible; poetry shows your inner jaggedness.
Key Takeaway
Balance prose’s duty with poetry’s raw honesty.
Themes
writing
identity
social responsibility
Mood
introspective
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- journalism
- creative writing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
literature
self‑expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your writing style affect your societal impact?
- Can you integrate poetic jaggedness into prose?
A Different Perspective
Poetry’s instability can alienate some audiences.
