Avoiding Quote by Walter Mosley
“Many writers-in-waiting spend a lot of time avoiding the work at hand. The most common way to avoid writing is by procrastination. This is the writer's greatest enemy. There is little to say about it except that once you decide to write every day, you must make yourself sit at the desk or table for the required period whether or not you are putting down words. Make yourself take the time even if the hours seem fruitless. Ideally, after a few days or weeks of being chained to the desk, you will submit to the story that must be told.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Writer's Discipline", 2018
Procrastination hinders writers; disciplined daily writing forces progress despite perceived fruitlessness.
In simple terms: Writing daily beats procrastination.
Key Takeaway
Commit to a daily writing schedule.
Themes
discipline
procrastination
creativity
habit
productivity
Mood
motivational
practical
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- author deadlines
- creative blocks
- self‑imposed limits
Key Concepts
psychology
writing process
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What small step can you take today to write?
- How does routine affect your creativity?
A Different Perspective
Habit formation can feel forced, reducing intrinsic motivation.
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