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I have this dream again and again: I find extra rooms in the place where I live. You could say it's a very New York dream, but I think it's about writing - the feeling that there is something behind a wall or a door.
Jennifer Egan
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote reflects the idea of exploring hidden potentials in writing and life, symbolized by discovering extra rooms.

Jennifer Egan's quote conveys a metaphorical dream about the act of writing, suggesting that just as one may discover hidden rooms in familiar spaces, so too can a writer uncover deeper meanings and ideas that lie behind the surface of their experiences. This dream symbolizes the endless possibilities for creativity and exploration inherent in the writing process, encouraging awareness of what lies beneath the known.

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In practice

Example use cases

Sharing this quote during a writing workshop to inspire participants to explore their imagination.

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