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What does it mean?
The writer reflects on the struggle to choose words and metaphors versus the desire for effortless creativity.
In plain terms
Writing feels slow compared to ideas.
What can you take from it?
Writing requires careful selection of words.

Where it applies

  • composition
  • thinking
  • daily life

Putting it to work

  • edit carefully
  • accept limits
  • seek metaphors

Questions to consider

  • What slows your writing?
  • How do you find metaphors?

Another view

Effortless writing is rare for most.

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