"One should never write down or up to people, but out of yourself"
- Christopher Isherwood
About this Quote
This quote by Christopher Isherwood encourages us to be authentic and true to ourselves. It suggests that we ought to not attempt to be someone we are not, or try to thrill others by creating something that is not true to our very own thoughts as well as feelings. Rather, we must write from our own perspective and also share our own concepts and point of views. This quote motivates us to be truthful as well as real in our writing, and to not be influenced by what others may assume or expect people. It advises us that our creating must be a reflection of our very own ideas as well as feelings, as well as not an attempt to please or impress others. By writing out of ourselves, we can produce something that is truly distinct and also meaningful.