Every Creative Needs Grit

from Gifted Underachievers · host Dobes and James Buchanan

Writing can be a cruel mistress (and as Pat learns from former journalist James, journalism is the cruelest field of all). Both Gifted Underachievers have pulled themselves back from the brink of despair, poverty, and the “Q” word (QUITTING) at least once as they pursue their creative and financial goals.In this segment, we talk about what led to our creative nadir(s) and what it took to get back on our feet.Questions for Listeners:(Hop on over to our segment web page and leave a comment! We’d love to hear.)* What’s the worst moment of your creative life?* How did you demonstrate GRIT?* Or did you quit—and if so, why?Segment Links:David Eggers and Jonah Lehrer — Tortured Artists and “Grit”Case Study: Elizabeth Jane Gardner (Bouguereau) Perseverance and GritThanks for listening to Gifted Underachievers! This post is public so feel free to share it.We’d love to have you in the GU Clubhouse! Subscribe for free—no spam, unsubscribe any time. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit giftedunderachievers.substack.com

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