A writer is someone who thinks he’s right.
-Charles Hall, VCU Brandcenter
I have a lot of esteem issues with my writing. I often feel that what I have to say is something either people don't agree with or is something they don't want to hear. I usually have to force myself to write it. Especially on this blog.
So it was nice to hear Charles give me this little nugget of wisdom earlier this week in our one-on-one meeting. He told me that all great writers--from the professors at this school to beyond--believe this, whether they know it or not. It's not arrogance. It's just injecting what you believe into the world.
If you're wrong, no one gives a shit. If you're right, it's the greatest thing there is. There is nothing to lose by saying what you think is right.
Here's some words from a guy who had a similar view.
I think there are few better words for a writer to live by than Charles'. And I think they're something I'll carry around with me for a long time.
dubs. out.
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