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Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin
Steven Pressfield
Nov 29, 2023
Author Steven Pressfield, who wrote for 27 years before publishing his first book, discusses his diverse array of experiences as a schoolteacher, tractor-trailer driver, and advertising professional. They talk about generating book ideas, the importance of detailed research, teaching 'Gates of Fire' in military schools, the influence of movies on storytelling, reflections on creativity and the writing process, the power of alternative knowledge, tuning into cosmic signs, exploring the origins of 'The Daily Press Field', and the importance of the midpoint in storytelling.
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- Pushing through self-doubt leads to positive outcomes.
- Commitment to an idea should be based on its intrinsic value, regardless of financial gain.
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Importance of Pushing Through Self-Doubt
The speaker emphasizes the importance of pushing through self-doubt and not letting it hinder progress. Despite self-doubt, the speaker believes in the value of perseverance, stating that pushing through self-doubt usually leads to positive outcomes.
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