Quote by V. S. Naipaul

The reason is that they define how I have gone about my business. I have trusted to intuition. I did it at the beginning. I do it even now. I have no idea how things might turn out, where in my writing I might go next.

The reason is that they define how I have gone about my busi

Summary

This quote highlights the reliance on intuition and the unpredictable nature of the creative process. The speaker suggests that they have consistently trusted their intuition throughout their endeavors, whether in the past or present. They emphasize their uncertainty about the future direction of their work, implying a willingness to explore uncharted territories. Ultimately, they acknowledge that they cannot fully anticipate the outcome of their writing, embracing the notion of embracing the unknown and allowing intuition to guide their artistic journey.

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