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Steven Pressfield: Put Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants to Be

Acta Non Verba

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Exploring the Stoics, the Muse, and the Power of Bold Action

This chapter explores the Stoics' belief on fortune and fate, debunking the misconception that followers of Taoism, Zen, Buddhism, or Stoicism passively accept whatever happens to them. It delves into the concept of the muse and how it influences creativity and inspiration, using Alexander the Great as an example of invoking fortune through bold action. Ultimately, the belief is expressed that by taking bold risks and embracing failure, one can invoke the muse and attract ideas and inspiration.

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