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What does it mean?
Writers shape people's thoughts and character directly.
In plain terms
Writers shape how people think and feel.
What can you take from it?
Writing influences human behavior deeply.

Where it applies

  • publishing
  • education
  • public discourse

Putting it to work

  • Write with intention
  • Recognize cultural impact

Questions to consider

  • Do writers shape society?
  • What is your moral duty as a creator?

Another view

It overstates the power of individual writers.

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