Blue Quote by William James
“I don't see how an epigram, being a bolt from the blue, with no introduction or cue, ever gets itself writ.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Principles of Psychology”, 1890
An epigram is a fleeting, unexpected insight that appears without prelude, yet it struggles to be fully expressed.
In simple terms: Epigrams are sudden, hard to capture
Seek ways to articulate brief insights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing
- teaching
- public speaking
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you preserve fleeting thoughts?
- Can spontaneity be structured?
Brief ideas may be misunderstood.