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"A life-changer...Inspirational!" Marie Forleo, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Everything is Figureoutable

Are you losing your "war of art"?

Are you being defeated by a tendency to procrastination, self-doubt, fear, distraction, and perfectionism? Are you self-sabotaging your loftiest artistic entrepreneurial dreams?

The antidote is in nine words: PUT YOUR ASS WHERE YOUR HEART WANTS TO BE.

Can you shift your artistic identity—your "ass"—from the shallow, fearful, superficial Ego to the wise, loving fearless Self? Can you commit to your dream for the long haul and for keeps? In this book, bestselling author Steven Pressfield delivers the tough-love inspiration to help you make this life-altering transformation.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0B553D3FP
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sarsaparilla Media LLC (June 28, 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 148 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8986164304
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.1 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.37 x 8 inches

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Steven Pressfield is the author of The War of Art which has sold over a millions copies globally and been translated into multiple languages. He is a master of historical fiction with Gates of Fire being on the required reading list at West Point and the the recommended reading list of the Joint Chiefs. His other books include A Man at Arms, Turning Pro, Do the Work, The Artist's Journey, Tides of War, The Legend of Bagger Vance, Last of the Amazons, Virtues of War, The Afghan Campaign, Killing Rommel, The Profession, The Lion's Gate, The Warrior Ethos, The Authentic Swing, An American Jew, Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t, and The Knowledge.

His debut novel, The Legend of Bagger Vance was over 30 years in the making. He hasn't stopped writing since.

Steve lives and writes in California. You can following him on IG @steven_pressfield. Sign up for his weekly writing newsletter at stevenpressfield.com

"It is one thing to study war, and another to live the warrior's life."

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Andrea W.

Required reading for artists

Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024

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I've read all the books in Pressman's War of Art series several times. This one, by far, is the most on point where I am in my artistic journey right now. Read the whole series, slowly absorb the lessons over a period of years, and don't miss this one.

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Ritsoku Fushi

Stellar performance yet again. Good for new and old comers to Steve's work.

Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2022

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The War of Art has, to date, been the only book I've read cover to cover in one sitting.
I took my sweet old time with Put Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants To Be for one reason - I wanted the journey to last as long as possible. Alas, I finished the final chapter today. It was bittersweet.

If you're looking for Steven Pressfield-styled inspiration retooled in a new package this is a good buy. I got the Kindle ebook and the Audible audiobook. I listened to the audiobook and it's a treat. Steve narrates as usual and his voice is calming yet realistic. It's a great listen, especially if, like me, you don't have as much time on your hands to read but are able to listen.

As someone dealing with their own Resistance, day in day out, it's always helpful to have some sort of mantra or cornerstone that you go back to. That's what non-fiction works from Steven Pressfield (and Seth Godin) do for me. This book is no exception. It is in the theme of Resistance fighting; there are excerpts from The War of Art and The Artist's Journey, to name but a few of his books, so if you're experienced with Steve's works this will help familiarize the territory. Yet Steve has since expanded on his core tenet; you can tell that there's been growth in his outlook on the entire subject. Or maybe, he's always had these extra outlooks and has decided now is the time to share more sides to this perspective. In the same way he notes that an artist's body of work grows over time and mines the depths of one or a few similar topics, Steve has managed to yet again spin a subject that you didn't think could be spun again.

There are no condemnations in the book, just laying out of the reality of what it means to embark upon the journey of doing the hard work; doing the great work.

There are a lot of great moments from this book; however, I have to say that having just finished it, the final chapter is my favorite. It's so true yet very open ended.

If this book is for you then I hope you'll find it a brilliant addition to your collection and, more importantly, yet another tool in your kit in the fight against Resistance.

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Obi

Easy, breezy reading. Not essential but why not?

Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2023

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It’s hard for me to give anything written by Steven Pressfield less than four stars. His quintessential book is The War of Art — a classic. This feels like the cutting room floor scraps pasted together for a sequel. Not to say that it’s bad at all. I love his message, and I think it’s worth reading. But it’s essentially the same message repeated over and over again in different ways.

What’s the message? Commit. Commit with your whole ass. Put yourself where you need to be and do what you need to do. Your life depends on it.

Recommended.

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Adam Rafferty

Excellent Book with Insights and Reminders

Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2022

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I‘ve read Pressfield and love his work. He has a message I need to hear again and again.

This book was a quick read, with each chapter being a short essay- kind of blog post flavored.

Yet all the chapters hang together cohesively - within a trajectory of what he is communicating.

It’s just so damn encouraging to hear someone say out loud so much of what goes on inside me (and I suspect many) in terms of experiencing resistance, and overcoming it by doing what has to be done - whether we feel like it or not.

Rather than a “rah rah” success coach who then boasts a life changing workshop for a high ticket price, Pressfield is realy human. He lets you know that he’s felt these things too - and here’s what he’s done to pull through.

Personally I like the style of his longer books better, but hey - who am I to say what he should write! It was excellent nonetheless, highly recommended.

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PugLover

Quick read but very relevant

Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2023

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This author says it in no uncertain terms. Get off your ass and do something about your situation. If you're not realizing your dream, it's your fault. Get up, be present, do the work day after day, perssist and then watch yourself be successful at whatever. Give yourself a kick in the pants and stop blaming the world for what you haven't accomplished. You can't change the world; all you can do is change yourself and how you think and approach life.

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Seif-Eldeine

too short

Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2023

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Usually love Steven Pressfield, and this was well-written, but too short to give him the 5 stars I usually do.

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Lisa

Powerful! Just get iit. You’ll be glad..

Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2023

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Pressfield’s ‘Do the Work’ is pared down, and powerful. I am so glad that I bought this book—I can’t even tell you. I love how succinct this book is, and what he chose to put in there is fantastic.!It’s so good that I’ve already recommended it to others who told me that they love it, too. A huge THANK YOU, Steven Pressfield. What an important book for all of us.

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M.C.

The Kick in the Butt I Needed

Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2022

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This book resonated with me on so many levels. I started a book early in 2020. I did a training in mid 2021 on what I covered in the book to see how my intended audience would receive it. The feedback was encouraging and helpful. Then the resistance set in. This book has driven home the need to finish my book. Reading this book reminds me that long before I started writing my book I was clear that, what I refer to as Spirit, was calling me to write it. This was the reminder of the many signs along the way that this is my purpose and responsibility. Put Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants to Be, encourages, inspires, and provides the Kick in the butt I needed to step up. Truly worth 5 stars.

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Nanci Farella

Everything clicked with this book!

Reviewed in Canada on August 25, 2022

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I appreciate this book since it pointed out how RESISTANCE is the killer when it comes to producing the work you want to create! I highly recommend this for anyone who feels stuck, stalled or fearful of their drive to succeed.

Sampada Chaudhari

Put your ass where your heart wants to be: Candid and inspiring

Reviewed in India on May 17, 2023

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Steven Pressfield’s new book is the best commentary on the commitment to a creative life. And bringing your dreams alive.

It’s a clean, easy straightforward read. It’s a book you can read in a day but it has the potential to change the rest of your life.

This inspirational book is a must-read for writers, actors, artists, entrepreneurs. It’s for anyone working on a creative project.

It is obvious that you need to show up and do the work to achieve your dream. For example, a writer needs to show up at their desk, a painter at the easel and a singer at practice, every day.

Pressfield explains in great detail and simplicity, how and why we must overcome resistance to show up regularly. It’s not an easy task, Pressfield not only makes it easy but also inspires.

He elucidates how it’s sometimes important to move to the geographical location which is at the center of your creative pursuit. This way it’s more likely to get the support, opportunities and mentorship you require. He beautifully explains how synchronicities that further your dreams, are more likely to take place when you move to the right place.

He cites examples of well-known personalities and the coincidences that worked for them when they moved to the right place to fulfill their dreams.

Love how he reminds us how success happens in any field. He rightly says your friends help you. The friends you made when you and they were broke and starving. As your friends rise in their careers they take you along.

As you keep reading, Pressfield guides you to keep going despite the resistance and your tendency to self-sabotage. He offers a deep explanation of how and why we need it to keep going. He’s amazingly convincing and motivating. He says the muse is pleased with your commitment to furthering your creative pursuit.

He shares how he kept going for several years without any success. As going back to a job was not something that worked for him, he had no choice but to keep going.

He says “If we just keep plugging away at it, the Law of Self-Ordering comes to our aid.
Work—day-in, day-out exertion and concentration—produces progress and order. That’s a law of the universe.”

It’s incredibly encouraging when he says “You too have a body of work. It exists inside you, on the Plane of Potentiality. Are you a writer? This body of work exists, like books on a bookshelf. Close your eyes. You can see them.”

”Can we put our ass where our heart wants to be if we’ve got a family, a job, a mortgage? Yes. The Muse does not count hours. She counts commitment.” These and many more words of wisdom are sprinkled throughout the book. Hope you love reading it as much as I did.

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Savita Books

Eines der besten Bücher über Schreibmotivation!

Reviewed in Germany on September 25, 2022

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Gleich vorweg: Ich liebe dieses Buch. Es ging mir direkt ins Herz. Für jeden, der seine Herzensträume nicht weiter aufschieben, sondern umsetzen möchte. Wahrlich beflügelnd! Vielen Dank!

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johnc

Again a great imspIring book from Steven

Reviewed in the Netherlands on August 9, 2022

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For everyone who wants to make a difference and can use some inspiration, guidance or recognition for what you are doing.

Cameron

He’s back

Reviewed in Australia on July 31, 2022

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I read this book aloud to my dog and now he’s a Dragon with a capital D.

Easily the best piece of Pressfields work since the War of Art.

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