"But when it comes to writing the thing that I've sort of been thinking about lately, is why? You know, is it rational? Is it logical that anybody should be expected to be afraid of the work that they feel they were put on this Earth to do"

In this quote, Elizabeth Gilbert is reviewing the act of composing and questioning its purpose. She questions why she, and others, feel the need to compose and if it is a logical or sensible expectation. She ponders the fear that typically comes with pursuing one's passion and function in life. Gilbert is questioning the deeper meaning behind her writing and the work that she believes she was implied to do on this Earth. This quote highlights the internal battle and self-doubt that lots of artists and developers face, as they question the credibility and significance of their work.