Emissary Authors Podcast

Guardians of Grit with David Ask | Episode 012

Emissary Publishing Episode 12

In this episode of the Emissary Authors podcast, hosts Paul Edwards and Jason Todd welcome their guest, David Ask. David is a published author who is currently working on his second book titled 'Guardians of Grit'. Throughout their discussion, they slog through the ideas of resilience and grit, differentiating between the two and how they are essential ingredients for success as an author and as an individual. David also talks about the themes of his upcoming book, which detail the importance of implementing strong leadership skills as a father, overarching concepts of authenticity, self-awareness, and acting with purpose. Lastly, David shares a captivating passage from his upcoming book that explores themes of belonging, self-identity and purpose. This thought-provoking episode delves heavily into the personal struggles of being an author and the psychological concepts that play into writing and personal growth.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation

01:49 Guest's Journey into Writing

04:08 The Inspiration Behind the Second Book

07:56 The Importance of Authenticity and Identity

10:02 The Difference Between Resilience and Grit

20:04 The Role of Friction in Personal Growth

22:13 Pressure Makes Diamonds: Initial Thoughts

22:27 The Invitation to Co-Author: A Risky Opportunity

23:46 The Fear of Backlash: Weighing the Consequences

24:23 Driven by Intrinsic Motivation: The Struggle to Speak Out

24:55 The Power of Humility and Self-Awareness

25:24 The Fear of Being Wrong: The Writer's Dilemma

26:37 The Importance of Self-Correction and Adaptability

26:48 The Role of Grace in Authenticity

27:07 The Challenge of Writing Controversial Material

29:22 The Struggle of Fatherhood: Telling Unpleasant Truths

29:55 The Importance of Conviction and Leadership in Parenting

30:53 The Power of Grace and Self-Awareness in Parenting

34:13 The Struggle of Writing: The Early Morning Dilemma

38:16 The Power of Purpose: Finding Your Mission

39:54 The Toy Store: A Metaphor for Mission and Purpose

43:04 Closing Thoughts: The Joy of Being Part of a Greater Work



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