You are 27 or 28 right? It is very tough to live at that age. When nothing is sure. I have sympathy with you.
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You have to dream intentionally. Most people dream a dream when they are asleep. But to be a writer, you have to dream while you are awake, intentionally.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Intentional dreaming is crucial for creativity and achieving goals.
In this quote, Haruki Murakami emphasizes the importance of purposeful dreaming in the creative process. Unlike the dreams we have during sleep, which are often random and unconscious, intentional dreaming involves envisioning and pursuing one's aspirations with focus and determination, which is essential for those seeking to express their creativity and become writers.
Themes
DreamingCreativityWritingIntentionImagination
In practice
Example use cases
Sharing this quote during a creative writing workshop to inspire aspiring authors.
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