Quote by Maya Angelou

We write for the same reason that we walk, talk, climb mountains or swim the oceans - because we can. We have some impulse within us that makes us want to explain ourselves to other human beings. That's why we paint, that's why we dare to love someone - because we have the impulse to explain who we are.

We write for the same reason that we walk, talk, climb mount

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This quote implies that writing is a natural human inclination, just like walking, talking, or engaging in adventurous activities. It suggests that there is an inherent drive within us to communicate and connect with others by expressing ourselves through writing. Additionally, it contends that writing is a means to explain our identities and share our experiences with the world, much like painting or falling in love. Ultimately, this quote emphasizes the universal human desire to be understood and the unique power of writing as a vehicle for self-expression and connection.

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