You can write the best column in the world on Monday, and it does you absolutely no good on Tuesday. There is no way to win. You just write until you are tired, they fire you, or you die.
Interpretation
Writing is a continual effort that is not always rewarded, and one must keep writing regardless of the outcome.
This quote by Lewis Grizzard highlights the relentless nature of writing and creativity, suggesting that even the best work may be forgotten or irrelevant quickly. It emphasizes the importance of persistence in writing, asserting that true fulfillment comes not from accolades or validation but from the act of writing itself—irrespective of external factors like audience reception or career longevity.
In practice
In a writing workshop, to encourage students to keep working on their projects.
Part of us believes the new car is better because it lasts longer. But, in fact, that's the worst thing about the new car. It will stay around to disappoint you, whereas a trip to Europe is over. It evaporates. It has the good sense to go away, and you are left with nothing but a wonderful memory.
Reasoning draws a conclusion, but does not make the conclusion certain, unless the mind discovers it by the path of experience.
We relish news of our heroes, forgetting that we are extraordinary to somebody too.
In these simple words, Lord, is it I? lies the beginning of wisdom and the pathway to personal conversion and lasting change.
So, how do you get back to heaven? _x000D_ To begin with, just notice the thoughts that take you away from it. _x000D_ You don't have to believe everything your thoughts tell you. _x000D_ Just become familiar with the particular thoughts you use _x000D_ to deprive yourself of happiness. _x000D_ It may seem strange at first to get to know yourself in this way, _x000D_ but becoming familiar with your stressful thoughts _x000D_ will show you the way home to everything you need.
Nobody grows old merely by living a number of years. We grow old by deserting our ideals. Years may wrinkle the skin, but to give up enthusiasm wrinkles the soul.
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