The desire to write grows with writing.

Host: The gentle hum of the evening filled the room, creating a reflective space. Jack sat at the table, his fingers resting lightly on his cup, considering Desiderius Erasmus's words. Jeeny stood near the window, her gaze directed outward, contemplating the deeper meaning of the statement.

Jeeny: “I’ve been thinking about what Desiderius Erasmus said: ‘The desire to write grows with writing.’ It’s such a simple but powerful idea, isn’t it? That the more you engage in something, the more it becomes a part of you. It’s like the act of writing itself fuels the desire to keep going, to keep creating, to keep expressing.”

Jack: “Yes, exactly. Erasmus is showing us that writing is a dynamic process. It’s not just about sitting down and trying to find inspiration—writing itself generates its own momentum. The more you write, the more you uncover about your thoughts, your voice, your ideas. It’s not something that comes from waiting for the perfect idea or the perfect moment—it comes from engaging in the process itself.”

Jeeny: “Right. It’s almost like writing is a way of awakening the desire to write. You start with the act, and through that act, you discover more about what you want to say and why. It’s not always about having a clear direction at the beginning, but about letting the act of writing guide you. As you put pen to paper, you start to feel the pull to keep going.”

Host: The stillness in the room deepened as they both reflected on how the creative process often starts with a single step, but once engaged, it grows and evolves. Jack’s fingers rested on the table, while Jeeny’s expression softened, considering how writing—and creativity in general—requires action to ignite the desire for more.

Jack: “It makes me think about how creativity works in general. Whether it’s writing, art, or any other form of expression, we often think that the desire to create has to come first. But Erasmus is showing us that creating is what sparks that desire. It’s when you start, when you commit to the process, that the inspiration and motivation begin to flow. It’s like the more you put into it, the more you get back.”

Jeeny: “Exactly. It’s about giving yourself permission to start, even if you’re unsure. The desire to write isn’t something that comes fully formed—it develops as you write. The more you write, the clearer your voice becomes, the stronger your connection to your work grows. It’s a cycle: writing creates the desire to write, and the more you write, the more you want to write.”

Jack: “And I think that’s the beauty of it—when you’re stuck or when the words aren’t flowing, the key is to just keep writing. Even if it’s not perfect, even if it feels incomplete. The more you engage with the process, the more you push through those moments of doubt, the more that desire to write will grow and take on a life of its own.”

Jeeny: “Yes, and I think Erasmus is also showing us that writing, like any other creative pursuit, is a journey. It’s not something that happens overnight. It’s the consistency, the commitment, the act of continually writing that builds the momentum and makes you want to keep going. It’s about trusting the process, knowing that even when it feels difficult or slow, it’s still moving you forward.”

Host: The quiet in the room grew deeper as they considered how the creative process, particularly writing, isn’t just about inspiration—it’s about engagement and persistence. Desiderius Erasmus had shown them that the desire to create grows when you actively participate in the act of creation. Jack leaned back slightly in his chair, while Jeeny’s gaze turned from the window back to him, both of them understanding the cyclical relationship between creation and inspiration.

Jack: “So, Erasmus is really showing us that writing isn’t something we wait for—it’s something we do. The more we write, the more the desire to write builds. Inspiration isn’t something that strikes us; it’s something that grows as we put in the work.”

Jeeny: “Exactly. It’s about getting started, no matter how small the step, and letting the act of writing itself create the desire and drive to keep going. Erasmus reminds us that creativity doesn’t come from waiting—it comes from engaging in the process and letting it lead you forward.”

Host: The evening had fully settled in, the quiet understanding between them a reminder that creativity is not something that arrives fully formed. Desiderius Erasmus had shown them that the act of writing itself fuels the desire to write, and that the more we create, the stronger our connection to our creative process becomes. The world outside had darkened, but inside, there was light—a recognition that action and commitment are the true keys to sustaining creativity and fueling the desire to keep creating.