Nat's Notes #11 Creating Your Life's Work (The War of Art & Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield)
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Sep 29, 2023 
Steven Pressfield, author of The War of Art and Turning Pro, discusses the battle with our minds, resistance, shadow careers, destructive addictions, and the fear that holds amateurs back. He emphasizes the need to turn pro and offers strategies for overcoming resistance and pursuing our true calling.
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Resistance as Death Wish
- Resistance, the enemy of creativity, is like Freud's death wish.
- This destructive force hinders us from pursuing good, long-term actions.
Resistance Triggers
- Resistance arises in activities like pursuing a calling, starting a venture, or improving health.
- It also appears in acts of courage, helping others, or delaying gratification for long-term growth.
Resistance as a Compass
- Resistance can guide us toward our true calling.
- Stronger resistance indicates a more important action for our soul's evolution.