I asked her to look at me and after a few moments - (pause) - after a few moments she did, but the eyes just slits, because of the glare I bent over her to get them in the shadow and they opened. (Pause. Low) Let me in.
Samuel BeckettRead
There are two moments worthwhile in writing, the one when you start and the other when you throw it in the waste-paper basket.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Writing involves both the excitement of creation and the disappointment of imperfection.
This quote by Samuel Beckett reflects the dual nature of the writing process, emphasizing the joy found in beginning a new piece and the often harsh reality of recognizing when something is unworthy, leading to its disposal. It captures the essence of creative expression, where not every effort yields a masterpiece and the importance of embracing both the initiation and acceptance of failure in the pursuit of artistic endeavors.
Themes
WritingCreationFailureArtProcess
In practice
Example use cases
In a writing workshop, when discussing the creative process, this quote can highlight the struggles writers face.
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