Without heroes, we are all plain people and don't know how far we can go.
Bernard MalamudRead
If the stories come, you get them written, you're on the right track. Eventually everyone learns his or her own best way. The real mystery to crack is you.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace your unique creative process to discover your true self.
This quote emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing one's individual approach to creativity and self-discovery. It suggests that as we engage with our stories and our writing, we gradually learn the methods and paths that resonate most with our personal experiences, leading to greater insight into ourselves and our capabilities.
Themes
CreativitySelf-DiscoveryWritingIndividualityProcess
In practice
Example use cases
In a writing workshop, I might say, 'As Bernard Malamud stated, if the stories come, you're on the right track, so trust your process.'
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