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The War of Art — Steven Pressfield

The War of Art — Steven Pressfield

The War of Art is one of the best books on defeating procrastination.

“The more important a call or action is to our soul’s evolution, the more Resistance we will feel toward pursuing it.”

“I write only when inspiration strikes. Fortunately, it strikes every morning at nine o’clock sharp.”

“The amateur believes he must first overcome his fear; then he can do his work. The professional knows that fear can never be overcome."

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