

#428: Steven Pressfield – The Mindset For Ideas
68 snips Nov 13, 2023
Steven Pressfield, an author, discusses various interesting topics in this podcast including curiosity, pressure on young people, promoting books on social media, advice to new writers, where ideas come from, the hero's journey, dreams, clear vision, becoming a writer, the material plane vs. the spiritual plane, humility, mentorship, how media has changed humans, sitting with boredom, the calling, romantic love & resistance, challenge, finding satisfaction in simple tasks, the power of energy, pushing boundaries, and the importance of patience and perseverance.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Unconventional Therapy and the Role of a Creative Mentor
01:39 • 4min
Embracing the Current Moment
05:12 • 21min
The Origins of Ideas
26:22 • 9min
Finding Clarity and Purpose
35:42 • 5min
Finding Satisfaction in Simple Tasks and Cleaning for Creativity
40:16 • 2min
Exploring the Healing Center and the Power of Energy
42:26 • 2min
The Ego versus The Soul
43:57 • 10min
Pushing Boundaries and Achieving Transcendence
53:34 • 16min
The Importance of Patience and Perseverance
01:09:40 • 23min