Quote by Sidonie Gabrielle Colette
The writer who loses his self-doubt, who gives way as he grows old to a sudden euphoria, to prolixity, should stop writing immediately: the time has come for him to lay aside his pen.
Summary
This quote suggests that a writer should always feel a sense of self-doubt and remain critical of their work. If the writer becomes overconfident and indulges in excessive verbosity, it signifies a decline in their writing abilities. Therefore, the quote advises writers to quit writing when they lose their self-doubt and succumb to a self-indulgent euphoria, as it indicates a decline in the quality of their work.
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Authors & Writing
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