Episode
#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
1:05:49
Published: Thu Sep 17 2020
Description
Steven Pressfield is an author. Many people's lives are split into two parts; before and after they Turn Pro. Steven's work has helped millions of people overcome Resistance, find their passion and have the courage to take the leap into an activity they love. Hopefully by the end of this episode you'll have all the information you need to make your own transition to leave the amateur life behind. Sponsor: Shop Tailored Athlete’s full range at https://link.tailoredathlete.co.uk/modernwisdom (FREE shipping automatically applied at checkout) Extra Stuff: Buy Turning Pro - https://amzn.to/3hjwl0e Follow Steven on Twitter - https://twitter.com/SPressfield Get my free Ultimate Life Hacks List to 10x your daily productivity → https://chriswillx.com/lifehacks/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
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The company mentioned has clothing with stretch fabrics that provide comfort and a fitted look.
00:00 - 03:08 (03:08)
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The company mentioned has clothing with stretch fabrics that provide comfort and a fitted look. Use the link in the show notes to get free shipping at checkout.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
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The distinction between being an amateur and being a professional is not about skill level, but rather about mindset.
03:08 - 11:24 (08:16)
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The distinction between being an amateur and being a professional is not about skill level, but rather about mindset. Amateurs tend to talk more about what they're going to do, while professionals focus on taking action and making things happen.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
PodcastModern Wisdom
The fear of vulnerability often pushes men away from expressing parts of themselves that may not be perceived as traditionally masculine.
11:24 - 20:37 (09:12)
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The fear of vulnerability often pushes men away from expressing parts of themselves that may not be perceived as traditionally masculine. Instead, they may resort to superficial topics to avoid being judged or ridiculed.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
PodcastModern Wisdom
The pressure to conform in a tribal environment is strong, but breaking free from those constraints allows individuals to reach self-actualization and achieve extraordinary results.
20:37 - 26:17 (05:39)
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The pressure to conform in a tribal environment is strong, but breaking free from those constraints allows individuals to reach self-actualization and achieve extraordinary results. This requires the bravery to be different, which separates extraordinary people from ordinary people.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker reflects on their experience of living in a van and receiving letters from people struggling to choose which path to pursue, emphasizing that resistance throws shiny objects at us, distracting us from our goals.
26:17 - 34:45 (08:28)
Summary
The speaker reflects on their experience of living in a van and receiving letters from people struggling to choose which path to pursue, emphasizing that resistance throws shiny objects at us, distracting us from our goals.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker talks about the possibility that Michael Jordan just needed to be a regular guy and be part of a team before becoming the greatest ever, and also discusses the idea of an off-season in sports.
34:45 - 40:16 (05:31)
Summary
The speaker talks about the possibility that Michael Jordan just needed to be a regular guy and be part of a team before becoming the greatest ever, and also discusses the idea of an off-season in sports.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
PodcastModern Wisdom
Just like how athletes refine every area of their lives to be at peak performance, being a professional in any area doesn't mean grinding every day but refining every aspect of life.
40:16 - 48:24 (08:08)
Summary
Just like how athletes refine every area of their lives to be at peak performance, being a professional in any area doesn't mean grinding every day but refining every aspect of life.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
PodcastModern Wisdom
In her book 'Compose', Roseanne describes how a dream called her out and prompted her to turn pro.
48:24 - 53:36 (05:11)
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In her book 'Compose', Roseanne describes how a dream called her out and prompted her to turn pro. She realized how she was letting daydreaming become a habit that was stopping her from accomplishing her goals.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
PodcastModern Wisdom
Two individuals discuss the idea of focus and how health can play a role in one's ability to do so.
53:36 - 58:08 (04:31)
Summary
Two individuals discuss the idea of focus and how health can play a role in one's ability to do so.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
PodcastModern Wisdom
The idea that life exists on two planes, a material level and a higher level, has existed for a long time, and when someone on the material plane acts according to the rules of the higher plane, it can be deeply moving, giving resistance meaning to life.
58:08 - 1:04:13 (06:04)
Summary
The idea that life exists on two planes, a material level and a higher level, has existed for a long time, and when someone on the material plane acts according to the rules of the higher plane, it can be deeply moving, giving resistance meaning to life.
Episode#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker shares that he has a no frills video series going on Instagram, which consists of videos shot by his girlfriend and edited by his friends.
1:04:13 - 1:05:35 (01:22)
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The speaker shares that he has a no frills video series going on Instagram, which consists of videos shot by his girlfriend and edited by his friends. Additionally, he mentions that he plans to discuss his new book at a later time.