Ultimately, Heaney’s line outlines a lifelong practice rather than a single creative act. Each day offers a new chance to reinterpret what happens to us, asking, “Where might this go if I followed it?” Over time, this habit fosters resilience and curiosity: setbacks become plot points, routines become rituals, and fleeting encounters become points of connection. By persistently turning the ordinary into stories, we ensure that life itself keeps unfolding in richer, more surprising directions. [...]
