Wrote Quote by Wendy Blackburn
““She told me to keep writing. After my journal filled up, I bought another one. As I wrote and read my entries to Joan, I felt myself metamorphosing. My growth was like the tide, coming in waves, retracting out of reach, coming back. Sometimes undercurrents came, pulling at my feet, sucking the sand out from under them. I dug my toes in hard and closed my eyes and managed to stay mostly upright, but those riptides came anyway, guided by the same moon that looked so benevolent, so white and happy against the indigo sky, so serene and fat and innocent, so far away. (141)””
About This Quote
Source Book: Journal of a Writer, Wendy Blackburn, 2021
Writing serves as a reflective practice that reveals personal change, with growth occurring in cycles of advance and setback, yet perseverance keeps one grounded.
In simple terms: Writing shows growth in cycles, with setbacks and perseverance.
Key Takeaway
Embrace writing as a tool for self‑discovery and resilience.
Themes
self‑reflection
growth
perseverance
creativity
Mood
introspective
hopeful
determined
Type
personal
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal journaling
- creative writing workshops
- therapy sessions
- coaching
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
psychology
narrative therapy
metamorphosis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when your writing reveals painful truths?
- What habits help you stay grounded during creative riptides?
A Different Perspective
Writing alone may not resolve deep trauma; external support is often needed.
