Episode 144: Someone once asked Charles Bukowski, “What do you do? How do you write, create?” To which, he replied: “You don’t try.” Today’s guest left Natalie starstruck and the wild thing is, she didn’t even see his face or learn his real name. It’s likely you have come across his work, whether through Instagram, one of his bestselling books, or as a tattoo. Atticus, the man behind the very famous quote, “Love her but leave her wild," and many others, joins Natalie to share about his very unique journey to becoming one of the most successful yet unrecognizable poets of this generation and why he chooses to remain behind the mask. They discuss his relationship with fame, his many different muses, and his life-changing encounter with Michael Madsen. There is no doubt you will walk away from this episode inspired to pick up a pen and start writing, because that is all it really takes to begin exploring your own creative side. Don’t try, just write.  
 
Atticus is an anonymous Canadian poet with three bestselling books, The Dark Between Stars, The Truth About Magic, and Love Her Wild. He is also the co-creator a wine brand, Lost Poet, and has an online store filled with beautiful merch. He finds inspiration in many different forms whether it’s drinking a cup of coffee, visiting a beautiful city, or meeting someone new.  
 
Today’s episode dives into: 


The challenges fame can bring 

Ways to incorporate writing into your life 

Overcoming writer's block (and this advice can be used for anyone facing a creative block) 

What inspires the one and only Atticus 

 
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