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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When I am writing, I do not distinguish between the natural and supernatural. Everything seems real. That is my world, you could say.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the seamless blend of reality and fantasy in the creative process, highlighting the unique perspective of the writer.
In this quote, Haruki Murakami emphasizes the idea that, for a writer, the lines between the natural world and the supernatural blur during the act of creation. This perspective allows for a deeper exploration of both reality and imagination, suggesting that all elements of a story, regardless of their origin, contribute to the richness of the narrative and the writer's experience.
Themes
WritingArtImaginationRealitySupernatural
In practice
Example use cases
During a writing workshop, this quote can inspire participants to explore their imagination without boundaries.
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