Effort Quote by Virginia Woolf
“The most extraordinary thing about writing is that when you've struck the right vein, tiredness goes. It must be an effort, thinking wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Modern Writing, 1935
When a writer finds the perfect creative flow, fatigue disappears, suggesting that authentic expression aligns effort with inspiration.
In simple terms: Finding the right creative flow eliminates fatigue.
Seek authentic expression to sustain effort.
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When to use this quote
- creative workshops
- personal journaling
- authorial practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can writers cultivate consistent flow?
- What practices support sustained creative energy?
Even in flow, discipline remains essential.