Quote by John Ciardi

You do not have to suffer to be a poet. Adolescence is enough suffering for anyone.

You do not have to suffer to be a poet. Adolescence is enoug

Summary

This quote suggests that one does not need to experience additional pain or hardship in order to be a poet. The speaker argues that simply going through the natural challenges and struggles of adolescence is sufficient enough to provide one with the necessary experiences and emotions to write meaningful poetry. It implies that the intense emotions and transformative period of adolescence alone can fuel and shape one's creativity, highlighting that writing and artistic expression can be born out of the complexities of this tumultuous phase of life.

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By John Ciardi

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