Determination with Steven Pressfield

Fanbases are some of the most powerful forces on the planet.They show up. They buy the tickets. They travel across countries and time zones. They memorize lyrics, study interviews, hunt for Easter eggs, and turn the smallest detail into an entire universe of meaning. They collabo ... Show More

We’re often told that the secret to success is grit - more discipline, more perseverance, more individual effort. And grit does matter. But what if it’s only half the story?In today’s world, we’ve become experts at tracking achievement, yet novices at nurturing belonging - and th ... Show More

In a world defined by constant change, reinvention isn’t optional - it’s essential. We often assume reinvention comes from bold leaps or lucky breaks, but actor and author Matthew McConaughey’s story suggests a quieter approach can be far more powerful.In this episode, Matthew jo ... Show More

It’s daunting to wake up every day and try your best at whatever it is that you do. Maybe it’s your job, maybe it’s real estate, maybe it’s writing a book. When you sit down at your desk, there’s that little voice that says “get another cup of coffee” or “just take a little email ... Show More

We all experience it. That invisible, self-sabotaging force that lives between you and your most expressed self. Today’s guest calls it ‘Resistance’. He’s cracked how to overcome it—and the process required to birth your best work. Meet author Steven Pressfield—a man who has prof ... Show More

Show notes / PDF & Infographic / Free Audiobook / Do the Work sets out the fundamentals of producing creative work. Its primary emphasis is on the craft of writing, but its advice applies to any creative work. It takes the reader through a project, laying out the problems you mig ... Show More

Show notes | PDF & Infographic | Free audiobook | Looking to conquer creative blocks and overcome self-doubt? Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art offers a proven blueprint for unleashing your creative potential, defeating resistance, and achieving unstoppable success. Dive in now ... Show More

<p>New York Times best-selling author Steven Pressfield discusses his book "The War of Art." Steven offers practical steps on how to "unlock the creative genius" he believes lives inside all of us. He reveals four questions that can help you identify your true calling in life. Wh ... Show More

Here to wax poetic on all things creativity, battling resistance, and answering your calling is wise master of the creative process Steven Pressfield, returning for his second appearance on the show (his first being episode #584). Steven is a prolific writer and thinker known for ... Show More

<p>Original Airdate: January 9, 2019</p><p>New York Times best-selling author Steven Pressfield discusses his book "The War of Art." Steven offers practical steps on how to "unlock the creative genius" he believes lives inside all of us. He reveals four questions that can help yo ... Show More

What an honour to be able to speak with Steven Pressfield.He's the author of three awesome books that we've covered on the podcast previously: The War of Art, Turning Pro, and Do The Work.Plus he's the author of MANY more books, both fiction and non-fiction, and was the screenwri ... Show More

<p>Why is following a dream so hard sometimes? You know what you want, and you know what you need to do to achieve it, so why hasn’t it happened yet?<br/><br/>I’m thrilled to have my long-time mentor, Steven Pressfield, join me for an episode all about doing the thing we all want ... Show More

<p>Ryan talks to author Steven Pressfield about his new book <a href="https://www.thepaintedporch.com/products/put-your-ass-where-your-heart-wants-to-be-signed-by-steven-pressfield?_pos=1&amp;_sid=fdf52536d&amp;_ss=r" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Put Your Ass Where Y ... Show More