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The Art of Power, Seduction, and Mastery — with Robert Greene

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Jul 3, 2025
Robert Greene, renowned author of bestsellers like The 48 Laws of Power, joins to unpack the intricate dance of power, seduction, and mastery. He emphasizes recognizing one's roles and finding a life purpose for personal growth. The conversation dives into the social dynamics of power and the significance of self-awareness. Greene also addresses the skills crisis among young men, advocating for real-life connections over screens. Lastly, he contrasts emotional seduction with superficial success and highlights the evolution of modern masculinity.
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ANECDOTE

Greene's Origin Story

  • Robert Greene's career was a journey with many jobs and failures before success.
  • Living abroad, trying journalism, Hollywood, and meeting a book packager in Italy led to his breakthrough.
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Power's Social and Self Control Aspect

  • Power is about controlling a small margin of life, especially through social influence.
  • Self-control and managing appearances are key parts of exercising power.
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We Are All Actors

  • Humans are inherently actors playing roles in social situations.
  • We shift how we behave based on context, rarely being 100% ourselves among others.
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