149: JUMP INTO LIFE, especially if it's UNCOMFORTABLE (w/ Jake Heilbrunn)
Jake Heilbrunn is a 19-year old writer who just published his first book, Off the Beaten Trail, a true story about his journey dropping out of college at eighteen and solo-backpacking through Central America with no phone or knowledge of Spanish. Full shownotes: http://yourcreativepush.com/149 In this episode, Jake discusses: -How a rare skin condition started him on his journey just three days after moving in to college. -How his journey began with an Ex-Hostage Raid a Recovery Vet. -The incredible experience of being able to trek through ancient Mayan ruins. -How he started writing the book the day after he got home from his journey. -His daily writing process and how he was able to finish the first draft of his book in just three months. -The idea of starting your day in an uncomfortable way (like with a cold shower) to prepare you for the next thing that you might not want to do (like write). -Detaching yourself from what you wrote that you thought was gold so that you can “kill your darlings.” -How he used Quantum Leap to help him get through the editing and publishing phases of his book. -How he stays consistent with his writing through his weekly blog. -The uncomfortable feeling of putting yourself out there and fearing rejection (and how to get past it). -How he took chances by trusting his gut and approaching Drew Brees and Chris Guillebeau to ask for their endorsement for his book. -His best and worst creative moments. Jake's Final Push will inspire you to follow your gut and trust that you know what’s best for yourself. Quotes: “It definitely shifted my perspective.” “Allow yourself to write garbage.” “Writing just always called out to me. Being able to articulate words and ideas into a story.” “It’s like taking that first step when you can’t see the whole staircase.” Links mentioned: Off the Beaten Trail by Jake Heilbrunn Wild by Cheryl Strayed Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl "PUKE IT OUT, then polish it!" -- YCP Episode 38 with Kent Gustavson Connect with Jake: Website / Book / Facebook / Instagram / Twitter
