Normal, in our house, is like a blanket too short for a bed--sometimes it covers you just fine, and other times it leaves you cold and shaking; and worst of all, you never know which of the two it's going to be.
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You might not write well every day, but you can always edit a bad page. You can't edit a blank page.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of taking action, even imperfectly, over inaction.
Jodi Picoult's quote highlights the significance of progress in writing and, by extension, in any creative endeavor. It suggests that while not every written piece may be good, the act of writing something down—even if it requires later editing—is more valuable than creating nothing at all. This serves as a reminder that effort and the willingness to make mistakes are crucial steps towards improvement and eventual success.
Themes
WritingCreativityActionEditingProgress
In practice
Example use cases
During a writing workshop, to encourage participants to start writing without fear of mistakes.
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