
The Difficulty is a show about the choices that shape a creative life, and the courage it takes to make them. Hosted by Dr. Chad Prevost, writer, publisher, and ICF-certified coach. Each episode explores a real decision point: craft, courage, failure, reinvention, and the stubborn belief that the work is worth doing. New episodes weekly. Subscribe for full episodes, transcripts, and Notes from the... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 287 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualitySociety & CultureSpiritualityPhilosophy | |||

Monday’s episode last week was about green-lighting yourself, refusing to wait for institutions to validate your work. Today we go one layer deeper. Green-lighting yourself does not mean publishing whatever you’ve got. It means doing the editorial wo... more
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The question is shifting from “should writers use AI” to “what kind of writing is worth doing.” Tim Moon argues the shame regime around AI use is making honest conversation harder. The Atlantic piece shows the detec... more
In Dante’s Inferno, the lustful are not burned. They are swept, a great relentless wind moves them endlessly, helplessly, no footing, no direction, just the next gust carrying them where it will. This week’s episode is a weekend reflection; slower, m... more
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A field report from week one of Crossroads Publishing Group—what’s coming in the door, what’s surprising, what’s confirming.
What a hybrid press actually is. A working definition: a publisher where the author shares the financial ri... more
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Shelley and Chad offer great insights through approachable conversations with a wide variety of people. Great content.
I’ve always been so grateful when I’ve come across a person such as Chad, who thinks deeply, grapples with things that matter the most, and has such a gentle and curious manner. Being interviewed by him felt like sharing a cup of coffee with a close friend whom I’ve known for a long, long time.
It’s a real honor to be invited as a guest on a podcast, with the opportunity to articulate some of your deepest observations and hopes and action steps. When the host is someone like Chad, it’s not just... more
Dialogue with Chad made it easy for me to share my story that drives my passion for relationships with purpose. This conversation made me ponder my definition of the Big Self. The journey requires increased awareness of how our relationships are mirrors to our souls. Overall, it was a timely episode today because both Chad and Dr. Shelley Prevost contributed a chapter to my new book from my interview with them on my podcast, Better Relationships, Better Life. "Relationships with Purpose" which w... more
I admire your ability to create such a very insightful platform. You’re creating awareness with solutions. Thank you so much!
Shelley and Chad will teach you how to be the best version of yourself. A fantastic podcast with some really wonderful guests
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Exploring the intricacies of leadership and personal growth, this podcast offers a unique perspective for high-achieving leaders, founders, and mission-driven professionals. By focusing on reclaiming the authentic self, it dives into the deeper issues of burnout, ego, and personal identity, emphasizing that these challenges serve as catalysts for meaningful change. The episodes often integrate the Enneagram and depth psychology, offering insights into personal and organizational dynamics rather than defaulting to surface-level self-care tactics. Coupled with discussions around the emerging influence of AI in enhancing emotional intelligence, the content resonates with those seeking a transformational approach to leadership and self-awarenes... more
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