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403 - Robert Greene: The Laws of Human Nature... (Why We Are The Way We Are)

The James Altucher Show

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The Art of Presence and Absence

This chapter examines the law of covetousness and highlights the delicate balance between presence and absence in social relationships. Through historical and contemporary examples, it illustrates how strategic scarcity can enhance desirability while cautioning against the pitfalls of overexposure in the age of social media. The discussion extends to celebrity culture and the necessity for artistic reinvention to maintain relevance and audience engagement over time.

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