A Conversation with Steven Pressfield on War, Creativity, and Resistance

June 20, 2020 ·1h 27m

In this episode, Steven Pressfield, acclaimed author of significant nonfiction and historical fiction works, discusses the intricate relationship between war, human nature, and the creative process. Pressfield explores the concept of resistance, its roots in fear, and the struggle artists face in their pursuit of creativity. He articulates how writers, much like warriors, must confront their internal battles and the role of discipline in fostering creativity. The conversation also touches on topics like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the nature of mortality, and the groundbreaking work of literary icons

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Steven Pressfield creativity resistance war human nature Israeli-Palestinian conflict writing mortality art discipline