Quote It's hell writing and it's hell not writing....

“It's hell writing and it's hell not writing. The only tolerable state is having just written.” - Robert Hass

Decryption of quote

Writing can be a tumultuous journey, filled with both agony and ecstasy. The act of putting pen to paper or fingers to keyboard can feel like a descent into the depths of hell, as the words refuse to flow and the ideas seem to evade capture. The frustration of writer's block can be overwhelming, leaving one feeling trapped in a creative purgatory.

But the alternative, the void of not writing, can be just as torturous. The mind is a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions, begging to be expressed, yet unable to find an outlet. The silence of unspoken words can be deafening, a constant reminder of the stories left untold and the ideas left unexplored.

Yet amidst this chaos, there is a fleeting moment of respite, a brief glimpse of peace in the storm. It is the feeling of satisfaction that comes from having just written, from seeing the words on the page and knowing that they are a reflection of one's innermost thoughts and feelings.

In that moment, the struggles and frustrations of the writing process fade away, replaced by a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment. It is a reminder that despite the challenges, the act of creation is a powerful and transformative experience, one that has the ability to bring clarity and catharsis.

So, while the journey of writing may be fraught with obstacles and uncertainties, it is in the act of creation itself that we find solace. It is in the act of giving voice to our innermost selves that we find peace, knowing that our words have the power to inspire, to provoke thought, and to connect us with others in a profound and meaningful way.




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