It's okay to embark on writing because you think it will get you love. At least it gets you going, but it doesn't last. After a while you realize that no one cares that much. Then you find another reason: money. You can dream on that one while the bills pile up. Then you think: "Well, I'm the sensitive type. I have to express myself." Do me a favor. Don't be so sensitive. Be tough. It will get you further along when you get rejected. Finally, you just do it because you happen to like it.
Natalie GoldbergOver and over, we have to go back to the beginning. We should not be ashamed of this. It is good. It's like drinking water.
Natalie GoldbergClarity and perseverance are difficult in American society because the basis of capitalism is greed and dissatisfaction.
Natalie GoldbergWriting is the crack through which you can crawl into a bigger world, into your wild mind.
Natalie GoldbergSometimes people say to me, โI want to write, but I have five kids, a full-time job, a wife who beats me, a tremendous debt to my parents,โ and so on. I say to them, โThere is no excuse. If you want to write, write. This is your life. You are responsible for it. You will not live forever. Donโt wait. Make the time now, even if it is ten minutes once a week."
Natalie Goldberg