I want to still be me when I wake up one fine morning and have breakfast at Tiffany´s.
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I always write the end of everything first. I always write the last chapters of my books before I write the beginning....Then I go back to the beginning. I mean, it's always nice to know where you're going is my theory.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Knowing the end goal can guide your actions towards achieving it.
Truman Capote's quote emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision of your destination before embarking on a journey, whether it be in writing or in life. By writing the end of his books first, Capote illustrates that understanding the conclusion allows for a more purposeful and directed approach in crafting the narrative that leads to that conclusion.
Themes
GoalPlanningVisionWritingJourneyDestination
In practice
Example use cases
In a writing workshop, to motivate others to plan their stories effectively.
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