Most of what one feels compelled to write stems from a deep emotional uncertainty.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
I often start writing in order to excite an expansive emotion.
A lot of writing takes place in the subconscious, and it's bound to have an effect.
Writing requires an intense inner focus, and sometimes you need to express outward, physically or socially.
I don't feel real confident expressing myself except when I'm writing. I feel kind of scatterbrained. I can see everything from both sides and that makes it hard to reach conclusions. Writing enables me to clarify things.
I have to feel what I'm writing, right down to the core.
Writing, for me, is an inherent part of understanding the material on a deeper level.
Writing is mentally stimulating; it's like a puzzle that makes you think all the time.
For me, writing is a kind of coping mechanism.
As a writer, you need a strong sense of self-belief. And when it comes to writing, I've always had that.
Writing is a solitary profession; you are really alone when you write. Then the emotions become well shaped and distinct. But their transition into words must be done deliberately and with rigid artistry.
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