Gillian Flynn Quotes

I feel like my honesty gives people the freedom to talk about things they wouldn't otherwise.

I have come to believe over and over again that what is most important to me must be spoken, made verbal and shared, even at the risk of having it bruised or misunderstood.

Language is a finding place, not a hiding place.

Music to me is about being honest, and it's what I've always pictured music as. I don't see the point of expressing yourself if you are going to be cryptic about it.

I think that a man should not be shy; you should say what you really think and feel - put it out there.

When I first started writing songs and being very explicit, it was hard, but one of the main things people respond to in my writing is that 'just say it' attitude of my songs. There really is nothing personal or private; it's all universal, if you can just find the courage to be open about your life.

There are things to confess that enrich the world, and things that need not be said.

I find that when you open the door toward openness and transparency, a lot of people will follow you through.

It's impossible to always get across what I'm trying to say, but, if I just stay honest, then I'm not going to look back on any of these interviews and wonder what I was trying to do or be.

I'm not afraid to be bluntly honest in my songs, even if it means I'm discovering things about myself that I'd rather not.

I feel like my secret magic trick that separates me from a lot of my peers is the bravery to be vulnerable and truthful and honest.

The art of life is to show your hand.

Expressing truth is hard work.

To write well you must be willing to go naked into the world.

I've found that if I say what I'm really thinking and feeling, people are more likely to say what they really think and feel. The conversation becomes a real conversation.

Isn't it time you came out and told the world what you believe?

I don't want to have to hide from the world anymore.

Speaking the truth gets a little easier each time you do it.

Communication is so much better when people are vulnerable.

One of the hardest things to do is to be present and open and clear about who you are and what you stand for. We all have issues with that.

My life is an open pamphlet.

I've learned not to hide behind a veil of irony - to talk about my work in a more honest way.

I'm giving all that I have in this life. I'm opening up my notebook, and I'm saying everything in there out loud.

I know being an open, honest, outspoken person gets me into trouble all the time, but I don't know how to be any other way.

I think with being so honest and real with not just the guys I was having relationships with but with America, I have a lot to give, so I'm excited to be able to use my platform to continue talking to people about these topics that I had to deal with on national television.