“All writing is pigshit.”
What this quote means
Artaud's provocation denounces conventional literature, one that betrays life to conform to expectations. He calls for visceral, authentic writing that dares ugliness and truth. The phrase shocks to awaken: writing should not be an ornament but a cry, a raw trace of existence.
How to apply it daily
Write without filter for ten minutes on a topic you care about. Don't correct anything, let the words flow. Re-read to discover your authentic voice.
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