Psychic automatism in its pure state, by which one proposes to express -- verbally, by means of the written word, or in any other manner -- the actual functioning of thought. Dictated by the thought, in the absence of any control exercised by reason, exempt from any aesthetic or moral concern.

Summary

This quote refers to the concept of psychic automatism, which involves expressing the unfiltered and spontaneous functioning of thought without any influence from reason, aesthetics, or morality. It suggests a form of artistic expression that is purely based on the flow of thoughts, expressed through verbal or written means, with no interference from conscious control. The emphasis here is on capturing the raw and unrestricted essence of thought, allowing for a more authentic and uninhibited form of creative expression.

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