“All writers are vain, selfish and lazy, and at the very bottom of their motives lies a mystery. Writing a book is a long, exhausting struggle, like a long bout of some painful illness. One would never undertake such a thing if one were not driven by some demon whom one can neither resist nor understand.”
— George Orwell
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Ever wondered why we chase impossible dreams even when they exhaust us? George Orwell perfectly captured this relentless human drive: 'All writers are vain, selfish and lazy, and at the very bottom of their motives lies a mystery. Writing a book is a long, exhausting struggle, like a long bout of some painful illness. One would never undertake such a thing if one were not driven by some demon whom one can neither resist nor understand.' What is the 'demon' or dream driving you forward in life? Let us know in the comments below! 👇✨
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George Orwell’s raw confession about the agonizing nature of creativity reminds us that true passion is rarely comfortable; often, it demands our deepest struggles. We often look at finished masterpieces—books, art, or personal achievements—and forget the invisible warfare fought in the quiet hours of doubt and exhaustion. But Orwell’s words offer a profound lesson about life: the pursuits that truly matter are the ones that test our endurance, driven by an inner calling we cannot fully explain. In our own lives, we all carry a 'demon'—a quiet dream, a burning ambition, or a creative spark that refuses to be ignored, no matter how much fear or resistance we feel. Embracing this calling means accepting that the path to anything meaningful will be difficult, tiring, and deeply personal. When you find yourself in the middle of a long, exhausting struggle for your goals, remember that this very friction is proof you are chasing something authentic. Let your inner drive guide you forward, trusting the mystery of your own resilience.
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