Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

We write from aspiration and antagonism, as well as from experience. We paint those qualities which we do not posses.

We write from aspiration and antagonism, as well as from exp

Summary

This quote suggests that our writing is often driven by both our aspirations and our antagonistic feelings towards certain qualities or situations. It implies that we may write about qualities or experiences that we lack or find challenging. Writing allows us to explore and depict aspects of life that we desire or are in conflict with, enabling us to understand, express, and perhaps even transcend our limitations.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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