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About this quote

What does it mean?
Serling values human connection and seeks to broaden understanding of ourselves through his work.
In plain terms
He loved people and wanted to help us understand ourselves better.
What can you take from it?
Art should deepen our understanding of humanity.

Where it applies

  • character study
  • artistic intent
  • social commentary

Putting it to work

  • write to connect
  • seek deeper understanding

Questions to consider

  • What drives your creative purpose?
  • Do you seek to enlarge horizons?

Another view

Intent does not always match audience reception.

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