The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance The Laws of Human Nature – Robert Greene : 575
Mar 14, 2019
Robert Greene, a renowned author of five New York Times bestsellers, shares profound insights into human behavior in this engaging conversation. He discusses the roots of envy and its complex role in social hierarchies. Greene emphasizes the critical impact of early childhood experiences on personal development and romantic choices. The dialogue also delves into the importance of embracing both masculine and feminine energies for growth. Additionally, they explore the idea that confronting mortality can enhance our appreciation for life and deepen our connections with others.
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The Importance of Social Connection
- Humans are social animals and suffer when these needs aren't met.
- We possess untapped social powers we can develop by understanding others.
Erickson's Childhood Observation
- Milton Erickson, paralyzed as a child, intensely observed his sisters' nonverbal cues.
- This sparked his interest in psychology and nonverbal communication.
Nonverbal Communication
- Observe people's body language instead of just listening to their words.
- Look for alignment between their verbal and nonverbal cues.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
Exploring the Depths of Human Nature Through Masterful Writing
05:51 • 2min
Understanding Human Connection
07:22 • 20min
Exploring the Balance of Masculine and Feminine Energies
27:32 • 2min
Embracing Mortality: A Journey to Authenticity
29:32 • 13min
Reincarnation and the Roots of Envy
43:00 • 12min
Emphasizing the Value of Great Literature
55:29 • 3min
The Laws of Human Nature
Robert Greene
In 'The Laws of Human Nature,' Robert Greene delves into the complexities of human behavior, identifying 18 laws that govern our actions and motivations.
Drawing from historical figures such as Pericles, Queen Elizabeth I, and Martin Luther King Jr., Greene provides insights into how to detach from emotions, master self-control, develop empathy, and see beyond people's masks.
The book is designed to help readers become better judges of character, manage their thought patterns, and influence others more effectively.
It emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's own flaws to make better decisions in personal and professional life.
The 48 laws of power
Robert Greene
In 'The 48 Laws of Power', Robert Greene and Joost Elffers synthesize three thousand years of the history of power into 48 laws.
These laws are derived from the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, and Carl Von Clausewitz, as well as the lives of influential figures such as Henry Kissinger and P.T.
Barnum.
The book provides tactics, concepts, and lessons on how to achieve and maintain power, emphasizing prudence, confidence, and self-preservation.
Each law is illustrated with historical examples and is designed to help readers understand and navigate the dynamics of power in various aspects of life, including work, social hierarchies, and politics.
The 33 Strategies of War
Don Leslie
Robert Greene
This book is a contemporary companion to Sun-tzu's 'The Art of War'.
It synthesizes strategies from various political, philosophical, and religious texts across world civilizations and thousands of years of conflict.
Each chapter outlines an approach to help readers win their life's wars, using illustrative examples from history, such as Lyndon Johnson, Julius Caesar, and Margaret Thatcher.
The book provides psychological ammunition to overcome patterns of failure and gain the upper hand in various situations.
The 50th law
50 Cent Staff
Cristina Pizarro Mato
Robert Greene
50 Cent
The 50th Law is a semi-autobiographical account of 50 Cent's life, combining his experiences as a young hustler and musician with lessons and anecdotes from historical figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Sun Tzu, and Malcolm X. The book focuses on the principle of fearlessness, illustrating how embracing and overcoming fear can lead to success in both personal and professional life.
It is divided into ten chapters, each exploring a different aspect of fearlessness and how it can be applied to achieve one's goals.
Game changers
What Leaders, Innovators, and Mavericks Do to Win at Life
Dave Asprey
Game Changers by Dave Asprey is a comprehensive guide that distills the wisdom from over 450 interviews with highly successful leaders, innovators, and mavericks.
The book focuses on three main objectives: becoming smarter, faster, and happier.
It offers 46 science-backed 'laws' that provide practical strategies for optimizing diet, exercise, sleep habits, and mental performance.
Asprey combines insights from human biology and psychology with real-world examples to help readers upgrade their 'operating system' to better align with modern goals.
The book covers a wide range of topics, including taming fear and anxiety, making better decisions, establishing high-performance habits, and practicing gratitude and mindfulness.
Mastery
Robert Greene
In 'Mastery', Robert Greene argues that mastery is not an innate talent but a skill that can be developed through a rigorous process.
The book outlines several key stages: finding your life's task, undergoing an ideal apprenticeship, finding the right mentor, acquiring social intelligence, and fusing intuitive with rational thinking.
Greene draws on the lives of historical and contemporary masters such as Mozart, Einstein, and Temple Grandin to illustrate his points.
He emphasizes the importance of deep practice, self-directed learning, and the ability to read and navigate social dynamics.
The book challenges the conventional notion of genius as a genetic gift and offers practical steps for anyone to achieve mastery in their chosen field.
Essays in Idleness
Tsurezuregusa
Kenkō
Essays in Idleness, written by the Japanese Buddhist monk Kenkō, is a collection of short, reflective essays offering insights into various aspects of life and nature.
The essays are characterized by their brevity, wit, and insightful observations on human nature and the transient nature of existence.
Kenkō's writing style is informal and conversational, making the essays accessible and engaging to modern readers.
The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the beauty of nature to the follies of human behavior.
The work is considered a classic of Japanese literature and continues to be studied and appreciated for its timeless wisdom.
The mask of masculinity
How Men Can Embrace Vulnerability, Create Strong Relationships, and Live Their Fullest Lives
Lewis Howes
In 'The Mask of Masculinity,' Lewis Howes explores the nine masks that men wear to protect themselves from emotional vulnerability.
These masks include the Stoic Mask, Athlete Mask, Material Mask, Sexual Mask, Aggressive Mask, Joker Mask, Invincible Mask, Know-it-all Mask, and Alpha Mask.
Through personal anecdotes, interviews with psychologists and notable figures like Tony Robbins and Alanis Morissette, Howes provides a roadmap for men to remove these masks and achieve true fulfillment.
The book also offers insights for women to better understand the men in their lives and how to support them in their journey towards emotional freedom and deeper relationships.
The Art of Seduction
Joost Elffers
Robert Greene
This book by Robert Greene is an indispensable primer of persuasion that reveals seduction as one of history's greatest weapons and the ultimate form of power.
It explores the art of seduction through twenty-four maneuvers and strategies, drawing examples from history, literature, and psychology.
Greene discusses how seduction can topple empires, win elections, and influence great minds.
The book is structured into phases that guide the reader through the process of seduction, from creating temptation and suspense to making bold moves and managing the aftermath.
It is a sophisticated guide that treats seduction as a dance or ritual, emphasizing the flow of power and desire between equals.
In this episode of Bulletproof Radio, one of my favorite authors is back on the show.
Robert Greene has written five New York Times bestsellers. One in particular, The 48 Laws of Power, changed the course of my professional life. His other books, including: The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, The 50th Law, and Mastery, have gained a gained a broad following from war historians to hip-hop industry musicians.
Robert takes a deep and searing look at the inner workings of human behavior based on social and biological science, as well as many of the most powerful people throughout history. In his sixth and most recent book, The Laws of Human Nature, he focuses on people’s drives and motivations, even when they are unconscious of them. “Basically, we’re a social animal,” Robert says. “It’s deeply ingrained in our nature. When we’re not being the social animal that we were born to be, we pay a terrible price.”
This is a must-listen episode full of evocative human insights—you’ll learn the basis of envy and why it persists in social hierarchy. “Envy is complicated and it's slippery and it's hard to put your finger on it,” Robert says.
We also discuss early childhood as an underestimated developmental force; how gender rigidity limits your full potential; and the ways in which mortality awareness can be both comforting and freeing.
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