Quote by Ernest Hemingway

I would stand and look out over the roofs of Paris and think, Do not worry. You have always written before and you will write now. All you have to do is write one true sentence. Write the truest sentence you know.

I would stand and look out over the roofs of Paris and think

Summary

This quote, attributed to Ernest Hemingway, encourages writers to overcome self-doubt by focusing on the simple act of writing. The speaker suggests that no matter the circumstances or anxieties, writers need not worry, as they have always managed to write in the past and will continue to do so. The advice is to start with one true sentence, to convey the utmost truth the writer knows. By grounding themselves in authenticity, writers can dispel their doubts and move forward with their creative process.

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