The War of Art is a mindset classic that challenges you to confront the one thing that stops most people from reaching their potential, resistance.
Steven Pressfield describes how we all have two lives. The life we are living and the unlived life we are capable of living. Standing between the two is resistance. The fear, doubt and procrastination that keep us from taking the next step.
This book is a powerful reminder that growth begins when we stop negotiating with resistance and start taking action. Whether you are building a business, leading a team or pursuing a personal goal, the principles in this book will challenge you to move beyond where you are today.
I recommend it to any business owner or leader who is ready to stop making excuses and start living the life they know they are capable of.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The War of Art about?
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield is a mindset book about resistance, the fear, doubt and procrastination that stop people from reaching their potential. It explores the gap between the life we are living and the unlived life we are capable of.
Why do I recommend The War of Art to business owners and leaders?
I recommend it because it reframes growth as a choice to stop negotiating with resistance and start taking action. Its principles apply directly to building a business, leading a team or pursuing any personal goal.
Who is this book best suited to?
I see it as a must read for business owners and leaders who are ready to stop making excuses and start living the life they know they are capable of. It suits anyone facing the gap between where they are and where they want to be.
What do I mean by resistance?
Resistance is the internal force, made up of fear, doubt and procrastination, that stands between the life we are living and the life we are capable of living. Recognising it is the first step to moving past it.