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The War of Art

Name: The War of Art
Rating: 5 (36 reviews)
Author: Steven Pressfield
ISBN: 9781936891023

Steven Pressfield · 2003 · 165 pages

A succinct, engaging, and practical guide for succeeding in any creative sphere, The War of Art is nothing less than Sun-Tzu for the soul. hat keeps so many of us from doing what we long to do? Why is there a naysayer within? How can we avoid the roadblocks of any creative endeavor-be it starting up a dream business venture, writing a novel, or painting a masterpiece? Bestselling novelist Steven Pressfield identif ies the enemy that every one of us must face, outlines a battle plan to conquer this internal foe, then pinpoints just how to achieve the greatest success. The War of Art emphasizes the resolve needed to recognize and overcome the obstacles of ambition and then effectively shows how to reach the highest level of creative discipline. Think of it as tough love . . . for yourself. Whether an artist, writer or business person, this simple, personal, and no-nonsense book will inspire you to seize the potential of your life.

recommended by 36 people

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Daniel Pink
“"I found this book 20 years ago in the San Francisco airport. Picked it up because the cover was shiny. Stayed with it because it changed how I work—and how I live. It’s called The War of Art by Steven Pressfield."”↗
Mike Rowe
“"I learned to fight that feeling about 20 years ago, when I read a terrific book called The War of Art... I can recommend it without hesitation"”↗
Soman Chainani
“Half drill sergeant, half Zen voodoo master, the author shot me out of my stupor and taught me the meaning of creative discipline.”↗
Amelia Boone
“@LindseyHein Probably my most highlighted book”↗
Marie Forleo
“The essential no-bullshit guide for anyone who battles self-doubt or struggles to bring any important project to life.”↗
Trevor Sumner
“Resistance by definition is self-sabotage."" - The War of Art. Great book on the continous struggle to unlock our creative potential.”↗
P. D. Mangan
“@Hormetik His book on writing was great.”↗
Stuart McMillan
“📚 My favorite books These are not the most-influential or most-important books of all time [at least not all of them] — just the ones I like the most; or the most-important to me. I have almost certainly forgotten a whole bunch.”↗
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