“Having a habit of listening is indeed helpful..”
“You have to break through the structure of your own stonework habit just to make yourself listen.”
“A habit of solitude in early childhood is not easily broken. Indeed, it may prove lifelong.”
“Beautifully indeed! But she does everything well. Have you seen her peel a banana? It is like listening to a symphony.”
“First forget inspiration. Habit is more dependable. Habit will sustain you whether you're inspired or not. Habit will help you finish and polish your stories. Inspiration won't. Habit is persistence in practice.”
“Oh, dear--did I forget to mention that you can, indeed, have it all, but you need a lot of help!”