Most days I read these quotes before I start writing. They help me. Maybe they will help you, too, since they apply to the creative life in general and life beyond that.
"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined."
-- Henry David Thoreau
"Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out."
-- Robert Collier
"Frankly, I'm tired of writers talking only about inspiration. I'm sick of books that help you find the creative inner you, the idea that will spark that spark and finally compel you to write your novel. Novel writing isn't always about finding the right ideas. It's about finding the time and the energy."
-- Sarah Domet
"Forget inspiration. Habit is more dependable. Habit will sustain you whether you're inspired or not. Habit will help you finish and polish your stories. Inspiration won't. Habit is persistence and practice."
-- Octavia Butler
There are other quotes I like, but these are my current favorites. Do you have a favorite quote? Share!
I've got a lot to do today, so I'd better get to it. Talk to you tomorrow. Have a great day.
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2 comments:
Combat Medic's 1st Law: All bleeding stops...eventually. Not exactly inspirational, but true.
Yeah, and there's even a bit of hope in that, I guess. :)
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