The Best Stoic Insights From Robert Greene

For decades, Robert Greene has been observing, studying, and writing about people and power. Through this research, he has produced a canon of bestselling books that explain why people do what they do, how these patterns affect and shape the world, and of course, how we can develop strategies to protect ourselves and thrive in this often irrational environment.

Robert Greene is an American author known for his books on strategy, power, and seduction. He has written six international bestsellers: The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, The 50th Law, Mastery, and The Laws of Human Nature.

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[RobertGreeneOfficial]

Thank you for making this video Ryan. Loved it.

[daleaparejado]

1. Adjust your fight plan - 01:25
2. Amor Fati - 02:50
3. Take control of philosophy - 03:54
4. Understand the world around you - 04:40
5. Embrace life for what it is - 05:48
6. Three important lessons - 07:19
7. The sublime is all around you - 08:13
8. Stay observant - 09:28

[DrProgNerd]

My struggle with 'The 48 Laws of Power' is that it is so packed with information that I have to read a page-or-two - then live with what I've read for a bit before moving on. Sometimes it can be a single paragraph. In my experience with the book, it's more useful if you don't approach it like you would a work of fiction - reading it in a few days.
I always have a 'main book' that I'm reading - but also 'check in on' 48 Laws periodically.

[danielmadrigal]

I rarely write. But #7 on the "sublime" and on how a lot of times we sleepwalk through life me stop and re evaluate how I will spend my remaining days on this earth.

[deethirteen]

Two of my favorites. They discuss ideas and offer insights.

[TheCompleteGuitarist]

Thank Ryan, your work and enthusiasm motivates me. This has bled through to my 16 year old son who is currently reading Aurelius's Meditations.

[DamiantenBohmer]

First read this book by Robert Greene over 20 years ago, still a wonderful read 👍🏻

[Hamyhamster]

I first read this book in 2017 and it honestly was a huge eye opener and changes my life in so many ways I never thought was possible. For the better.

[thefastmagician]

48 Laws of Power is essential for defense. It changed my outlook and perception for the better.

[harounben]

These two guys are amazing, I've learned a lot from them this year and I'm somehow so happy to find out the other day that they are friends and colleagues ❤

[benthomas]

Possibly the most powerful video ive ever watched on youtube.

Two fantastic men that more men should pay attention to.

[JT-]

This needs to be listened to daily sometimes I get clouded by my bad thoughts and insecurities but listening to Robert and Ryan I realize that people are out of my control and they have there own insecurities and issues they deal with life but we view others with to much importance well people that bring negative emotions towards when in reality those type of people don’t matter because they envy and don’t want what’s best for you

[TonySoprano]

*Law #1: Never outshine the master.*

Ryan sure knows how the game is played...


FYI: Ryan used to work under Robert Greene...

[pistonpoppinmama]

great video, loved # 7 . my realization exactly when visiting Glacier National Park. i went with a gal pal and was so out of touch with nature on 30 miles of hiking and only realized all the significance of the geology around —on my last day when i saw a guy pulled over looking at a particular formation. that sparked my curiosity. i felt like i sleptwalked thru that trip. going back to actually absorb.

[charlieno]

I’ve been reading the 48 laws of power for over 15 years now, and I see it as a defense mechanism more than an offensive one.

[marky]

Say less than necessary is a law I relate to the most.

[igormakarov]

So cute to watch two grown-up kids talking about something they never got through themselves.
You are up to a surprise, when you watch all your Stoics fly out of the window once Life seriously bends you over. Before that happens (and trust me, I do wish you to avoid that), give your coin as a gift to someone dying in pain or who's watching their loved ones die slowly and painfully, and teach them to "love their fate".
Ah, BTW, enjoyed reading your book about "difficulties as opportunities" while Life was grinding me against a wall, maybe survived because of that reading -- after all, laughter, they say, is the best medicine

[bradhouse]

I've read the book, so serious question here. What does Stoicism have to do with narcissism?

[StoicEvolution]

Seneca: "It does not matter what you bear, but how you bear it."

[kugelmanco]

#3 hit me pretty good. Thanks for the video