Art of Manliness Podcast Episode #55: The Warrior Ethos with Steven Pressfield




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Summary: In today's episode I talk to writer Steven Pressfield. Steven has written over a dozen books ranging from fiction and non-fiction. His book Gates of Fire, a fictional account of the Battle of Thermopylae, is used by the Marine Corps Basic School and his non-fiction books have become go-to guides for writers, entrepreneurs, and other creative types. Steve and I talk about why war plays a central theme in all his work and how to apply the Warrior Ethos to creative work.Show highlights:Why Steve writes about warWhy Steve loves the Ancient GreeksThe difference between braveness and boldness (and the virtues you need to succeed as a creator)What Resistance is and how to overcome itThe difference between anamateurand a proWhy the most dangerous time for a warrior or artist is right after victory and successAnd much more!