The One You Feed How to Embrace the Important Elements of Life with Nickolas Butler
Dec 2, 2022
Nickolas Butler, award-winning author of novels like Shotgun Lovesongs, discusses the nuances of creativity and the internal battle between positivity and negativity. He reflects on the importance of generational connections and the simple joys often taken for granted. The conversation touches on parenting in a polarized world and the complexity of relationships, encouraging empathy and understanding. Butler also shares insights on gratitude practices, the transient nature of external success, and the significance of deep personal connections.
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Bad Wolf on the Porch
- Nickolas Butler's 'bad wolf' involves creative fears and distractions.
- COVID disrupted his writing routine and social interactions, hindering his productivity.
COVID's Impact
- Butler's father was a 'prepper', but Butler found he missed social interaction during COVID.
- His established cafe routine was disrupted, impacting his writing process.
Comparison's Thief
- Comparing our lives to others can diminish the joy in special moments.
- Butler's novel Godspeed explores this theme through a character who struggles to appreciate a new house.
