Steven Pressfield wrote The War of Art, a practical guide to overcoming creative blocks and resistance. Before finding success as a novelist, Pressfield worked various jobs and struggled for decades to make it as a writer. He published his breakout novel, The Legend of Bagger Vance, in 1995 at age 52, then followed with Gates of Fire in 1998, his acclaimed retelling of the Battle of Thermopylae that became required reading at West Point.He’s a writer whose journey is marked by perseverance. He's an inspiration to all of us who second-guess our chances, simply because life isn't following our plan. Pressfield’s contributions go beyond storytelling. With books like Turning Pro (2012), Do the Work (2011), and The Artist’s Journey (2018), Pressfield has consistently offered guidance to the growth of the creative community, sharing his experiences, which he amassed over 30 years of hard work. This article gives you the five best tips from Steven Pressfield that will help you understand the writing process. Steven Pressfield’s Tips for Creatives1. Your Work Is Tangible Proof of Who You AreIn André Duqum’s podcast, Know Thyself, Pressfield said, “I’m kind of a believer that we find out who we are through the works we produce.” While talking about his book, The Artist’s Journey, on The 21st Century Creative podcast, Pressfield said, “I can truthfully say that every book that I’ve written came as a surprise to me.” Whether it's a book, a movie, or a painting, as creators, we often try to create art...
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