Quote by Brenda Ueland

...at last I understood that writing was this: an impulse to share with other people a feeling or truth that I myself had.

...at last I understood that writing was this: an impulse to

Summary

This quote suggests that the act of writing is driven by a fundamental desire to connect with others by expressing a personal emotion or revelation. The author realizes that writing is not just a solitary pursuit, but a means to convey a shared experience that is deeply felt within oneself. It reflects the idea that writing can serve as a vehicle to bridge the gap between individuals, allowing them to recognize and empathize with one another's emotions and truths.

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Truth Writing

By Brenda Ueland

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