Episode 98: How Steven Pressfield Went From Hero's Journey To Artist's Journey

Authentic As F*ck with Sun Yi

Authentic As F*ck is a podcast all about storytelling. I have conversations with entrepreneurs, and creators, hear their stories, and how these stories shaped the person.

So excited to share in Episode 98 of the AAF podcast: How Steven Pressfield Went From Hero's Journey To Artist's Journey. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship and storytelling.

Steven Pressfield is an acclaimed American author renowned for his historical fiction and non-fiction works. He achieved literary success with his debut novel, "The Legend of Bagger Vance" (1995), which was later adapted into a film. Pressfield gained further recognition with historical novels such as "Gates of Fire" (1998), about the Battle of Thermopylae, and "Tides of War" (2000), chronicling the life of Alcibiades.

His non-fiction, including the influential "The War of Art" (2002), offers profound insights into overcoming creative resistance and has inspired many in the creative community. Known for his philosophical depth and historical accuracy, Pressfield continues to write and inspire, drawing timeless lessons from history to illuminate the human spirit.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:30 - The Anxiety of Releasing a Project

00:04:53 - The Importance of Trauma in Personal Growth

00:07:34 - The Trauma of Attempting to Write a Novel

00:10:17 - The Force of Self-Sabotage

00:12:45 - Working Blue Collar Jobs

00:15:17 - A Turning Point Towards Writing

00:17:50 - Facing the Calling to Write

00:20:15 - The Journey of Becoming a Writer

00:22:38 - The Long Process of Learning and Success

00:25:20 - Overcoming Resistance and Finishing the Books

00:27:48 - Persistence and Learning the Lesson of Deadlines

00:30:19 - Falling in Love with the Craft

00:32:33 - Starting Over in Hollywood

00:35:01 - Learning about Screenplays and Stories

00:37:25 - The Evolution of a Writer

00:39:44 - Transition from Screenwriting to Book Writing

00:42:24 - Mentorship and Learning from Others

00:44:42 - Learning from a Master

00:47:00 - The Benefits of Critique Sessions

00:49:20 - The Beauty of Art and Messiness of Humanity in Storytelling for Marketing

00:51:36 - Propaganda and Art

00:54:00 - The Artist Journey

00:56:25 - Finding Excitement in the Creative Process

00:58:52 - Letting Go as an Artist and Knowing Yourself

01:01:16 - The Myth of Overnight Success

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