The Story Box Robert Greene Unboxing - The Nature of Power, Seduction, Laws, War and Mastery
Feb 21, 2021
Robert Greene, acclaimed author of bestsellers like The 48 Laws of Power, explores profound concepts of power and human behavior. He shares his personal journey from adversity to mastery, highlighting resilience after his life-altering stroke. Greene discusses eccentricity in seduction as a vital skill and examines historical figures to illustrate that mastery is cultivated, not innate. He reflects on love and legacy through the lens of his dog, Alita Joy, emphasizing the importance of cherishing life’s moments.
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Success Means Complete Freedom
- Success means having complete freedom to call your own shots and control your life.
- Robert Greene experienced a stark contrast between tedious jobs and newfound freedom after writing his breakthrough book.
Desperate Risk Leads to Success
- Robert Greene was desperate to succeed when writing The 48 Laws of Power, viewing it as a make-or-break opportunity.
- He took a huge risk with an unconventional book, which eventually led to his success.
Lifelong Passion for Words
- Since childhood, Robert Greene was fascinated by words and language, which led him to love writing.
- He recognized writing as his one true gift amidst many other things he wasn't skilled at.