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Secretly Quote by Will Schwalbe

“Connelly writes, “As long as there is paper, people will write, secretly, in small rooms, in the hidden chambers of their minds, just as people whisper the words they’re forbidden to speak aloud.” In” quote by Will Schwalbe
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““Connelly writes, “As long as there is paper, people will write, secretly, in small rooms, in the hidden chambers of their minds, just as people whisper the words they’re forbidden to speak aloud.” In””

Will Schwalbe

About This Quote

Source Book: The Elements of Content Strategy, Will Schwalbe, 2015

People will always find secret ways to express forbidden thoughts, using writing as a hidden outlet.

In simple terms: Secret writing persists despite censorship.

Key Takeaway

Embrace hidden expression.

Themes

creativity freedom censorship

Mood

reflective defiant

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • journalism
  • creative writing
  • online forums
  • personal diaries

Key Concepts

psychology communication subversion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What thoughts do you keep hidden?
  • How can secret writing empower you?
A Different Perspective

Writing may be limited by surveillance and fear of repercussions.

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