Robert Greene: A Process for Finding & Achieving Your Unique Purpose
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- Опубліковано 27 кві 2024
- In this episode, my guest is Robert Greene, multiple New York Times bestselling author and expert on human psychology and behavior both at the individual and group levels and in the context of relationships, careers, and society. We discuss how to find, pursue and achieve one’s unique life purpose, and how to best learn from good and hard experiences along that journey. We discuss power dynamics in relationships, the different types of human communication and the interplay between seduction and vulnerability. We discuss how to find the right romantic partner, improve healthy self-awareness, the link between anxiety and creativity, and pick ideal mentors and role models. Robert also discusses his recent stroke and what he has learned from his near-death experience about motivation, urgency and appreciation for life. Listeners of all ages will benefit from Robert’s insights on navigating the process of building a deeply purposeful life and enhancing one’s relationship with the self, others and society.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Robert Greene
00:01:58 Sponsors: ROKA, Helix Sleep & Waking Up
00:05:56 Mastery (The Book), Purpose
00:08:26 Finding Purpose, Childhood, Learning & Emotional Engagement
00:18:00 Early Interests, Delight & Discovery
00:22:50 Love vs. Hate Experiences & Learning
00:28:25 Self-Awareness, Frustration, Excitation
00:31:47 Sponsor: AG1
00:33:18 Sublime Experiences, Real vs. False; Authenticity & Time
00:43:57 Power & Relationships; Purpose & Mastery
00:55:51 Seduction, Vulnerability, Childhood
01:07:04 Sponsor: InsideTracker
01:08:05 Power Dynamics & Romance; Equality, Love Sublime & Connection
01:18:42 Vulnerability in Relationships, Creativity; Social Media, Justice
01:29:45 Outrage, Control, “Art of Ignore”
01:33:50 Masculinity & Femininity
01:42:16 Picking Role Models; Purpose & Mentor Relationship
01:51:07 “Alive” Thinking; Anxiety & Creativity
01:58:55 Convergent Interests & Romantic Relationships
02:07:19 Self-Awareness, Core Values & Romantic Relationships
02:15:27 Non-Verbal Communication & Relationships
02:24:58 Eyes, Voice, Intuition & Seduction
02:28:38 Virtual World, Social Skills, Non-Verbal Communication
02:32:19 Self-Awareness & Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Nuance
02:41:43 Human Brain, Plasticity
02:45:18 Stroke & Near-Death Experiences, Self, Time
02:55:49 Appreciation & Near-Death Experience, Urgency
03:01:36 “Death Ground” & Urgency
03:09:13 Zero-Cost Support, Spotify & Apple Reviews, Sponsors, UA-cam Feedback, Momentous, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter
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Thank you for having me on the podcast Andrew.
kobe & shaq type duo
Your a goat man
Sublime- thank you!
Thank you for all you have given. Youve helped me tremendously. Thank you!
You’re awesome, this podcast came at right and most perfect time for me, I’ve been studying your content on finding one’s purpose for the past weeks, and now I have this podcast, it can’t get any more perfect than this, Thanks a lot🫡
There are so many adults that came from broken homes that ask themselves in their 30's and above "who am I?" This is because they spent their young life trying to survive, their young adult life trying to straighten up the mess and by the time they get old enough to realize, have no idea what they love to do. May they find their purpose swiftly❤️
That’s ridiculously and tragically accurate
this applies universally broken home or not
@@100sailorman.. sure , people from ‘un-broken’ homes may well feel a little lost in life and want find their purpose … but for those people described .. It’s a very different experience- and challenge. Make no doubt about it.
this was my situation....I am glad I finally found what I really love..even though I am in my 50's...just wish I found it earlier
pretty much me, but I'm 27 instead
I'm 37 years old, this motivates me to keep learning guitar and finish the songs I've been writing.
I hope you didn't forget, it can be easy to be seduced by the terribleness of the world; 1 month update?
@@willow1698 I haven't forgotten. I'm still working on learning some john Mayer songs
Imagine this. I developed vocal nodules and completely stopped singing at 21. And I had close to a 4 octave range. Now i can barely vocal slide through notes, my range diminished. Yet I sang today and started crying because I was just so happy. Sigh. Despite the imperfection, and the fear of further damage, I sang just a few ballads. I said all this to say, go after it. If not for yourself then for me!
@@MiszUlaaI'm gonna keep going for the both of us. 😁
Hey I’ve got some really great news to share with you, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, died on a cross and resurrected on the third day so you may all have eternal life. If you believe and repent of your sins and put your faith and trust in Him as you would a parachute jumping off a plane at 25000 feet up in the air, He will give you eternal life in heaven as a free gift and I promise you, He will change your life forever as He did mine. He is the ONLY way to heaven and He loves you all. Please think deeply about this with urgency because this is your eternal life and soul, you don’t know when you could die, meaning you could die at any moment, so please consider this with all your heart. If anyone tells you that Jesus isn’t the only way, they are lying to you and they don’t care about your future.
I have always known exactly why I came here. Since I was a toddler I had to be around horses. In those days we lived on the outskirts of a city and a lot of people still used horses for deliveries (milk, bread etc).. Even though my family wasn't horsey at all I grew up keeping and following my dream... Sometimes it came at a cost of huge disputes with my parents who told me I was crazy...it sure wasn't easy but I have managed....for the past 54 years I have been riding, training and eventually also teaching dressage. Owned my own horses as soon as I started to work. Rescued many horse from slaughter by re-training them, had a very nice national and international competition career, owned my own stud for 8 years and still now at 65 have 2 beautiful stallions. I have 2 diplomas and speak 6 languages.Whatever I set my mind to I achieve because I want it. Simple. Hopefully this inspires other people.
Damn good stuff to hear. 33 and seachung blindly for my calling now.
A beautiful story. God Bless you for loving, caring for and saving horses.
Can u please explain how you learned 6 languages? I’d like to learn as well.
Oh what joy in my heart to read this! I have had horses since I was old enough to own one at 21. I actually traded my last paycheck working in a hunting camp in Montana as a camp cook for a little 4 yr old nobody could catch and nobody liked. I spent hours with him. I'm still barrel racing at 68...69 in 4 days and have found I need to change disciplines and work cows on a little 4 yr old I just bought that will be wonderful at this. He's been in arena work for 2 yrs and needs a real job. I went to a school to learn deep tissue massage and adjustments on horses and felt I had finally found my purpose...to help horses and their owners. I've questioned my purpose in life my entire life but in my gut I felt it was about being with horses. This podcast was enlightening...I have listened to it 3 times and will return to it again I'm certain. The man is brilliant. I found your comment accidentally when going back to the beginning of the podcast to get the name of a sponsor...wonderful synchronicity. Thanks for sharing your story. It lightened my heart. 💖
@chasonwommack5023 what do you love to do? What makes your heart sing? Follow that path.
I just want to say that I wouldn’t be the person I am today without this podcast. I was in a place where most people told me I’d be dead or in jail by 21, and one day I decided I wanted to learn more and found this podcast. I didn’t pay a lot of attention in school because I was a bad kid and teachers told me I was going to be in prison anyway so I didn’t see the point. Now I just finished my first semester of college majoring in computer science and I have straight A’s and feel better about myself. This is the episode I needed, switching your lifestyle completely kind of put me in an out of body situation and I’ve really been struggling with dissociation and depression and just finding meaning in life, but this episode really gave me a sense of drive and a feeling that I can do whatever I fully engage in. I am reading Mastery by Robert Greene and it is truly as powerful as you made it seem. It is pushing me to be a better version of myself. Thank you Andrew for all you do, you’re literally saving lives with this show.
Keep it up and make yourself proud of yourself!
Congratulations! Good for you- keep it up ❤You’re living proof a person can do anything they set their mind too despite what being told by others what your value is! 🎉
Amazing!!
Wonderful! 👍🏼👍🏼
What is it about computers that you loved as a child?
Robert Greene is a gift to humanity, he came around enlightening us right when our society needed it the most. I’m Really grateful to live in his times❤
Excellently said!
Me too
Agree!
Don't forget Andrew hehe..
sadly I'm sure the people who need to listen the most will never hear a word
I don’t think that it is ever too late to find your purpose. I am almost 60, and I have finally found and put the pieces together and it is invigorating! You become more of a guide for others who are looking for their purpose. You begin to share your findings. I am still discovering the depths of my soul!
So happy for you!! Upwards and onwards ❤
❤
What is your purpose, if you don't mind sharing?
@@dethkon, I help melanated women heal their trauma so that they can find their destined designed purpose. Underneath their pain is their purpose. In my groups we call those the hidden gems.
As long you are alive, you have opportunities.
Thank you for such a valuable discussion. I am newly sober and trying to crawl out of my past 20 years of alcohol addiction, which ultimately, at nearly 40, has left me with nothing but an entire life to mould anew. I am revisiting my passion for native Australian wildlife and all things fauna, flora and ecology, and I think, after listening to this, that I might be on the right track to reconnecting with my life's purpose. I am also re-inspired to finish my first book, a project which began several years ago but got somewhat derailed by my poor life choices. So, thank you.
I love your podcast, and the remarkable guests you have on the show. Yourself, Dr Anna Lembke, Rich Roll and now Robert Greene have unwittingly become my new mentors (even if it's a one sided mentorship!) I am very grateful to you for opening up my world again in such a positive way.
Peace ✌️.
congratulations in advance for being a published author!
My son at 15 had a massive stroke, and was told he would never graduate from high school. He has a masters degree and is running his own company.....what we are most grateful for was the amazing people we met along the way. Nurses, therapists
tutors, old friends who showed us the meaning of friendship in a whole new way and new friends. Thanks for the amazing podcast.
I am so so sorry you had all that happened to you. It is dreadful , we too had trouble with Doctors. You will notice Doctors did not make the amazing people list. I had a chart pitched at me, I was told I wanted the attention of a sick child. (I do not remember the English word for that, but it is a thing). Here in Canada we do not have to worry about the money grab. I do not know if this is the right thing to say but I have learnt to be a fixer of problems so can I suggest you ask Andrew H. for some names of people that can help you, some of his guests have been amazing. I wish you all the best in finding your new normal, it is not easy. Regards
@@rfd6175
WOW, congrts to him. Many blessings to you and your family!
Thanks for sharing this with us. With so much negativity that we are exposed to one must appreciate and share these kind of experiences in order to know that there is good in the world .
great
Wow! Recovered from a stroke at 15?!! This is what we call a miracle . 🕊️ and what a success 🎉 I am a jurist and a humanist , who worked in peace projects and conflict solving. Congratulations for your son . What kind of company he started? And also, great respect for the medical personnel
Nice to see Robert Greene on the podcast. He has inspired many people; including myself.💯
Thank you, Andrew and Robert. Great conversation🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
08:43 *🌱 Finding one's purpose involves reconnecting with the unique inclinations and passions identified in early childhood, resisting external pressures, and staying true to one's primal interests.*
10:37 *🧠 The concept of "impulse voices" in early childhood directs individuals towards their inherent strengths and inclinations, which, when identified, can serve as a powerful source of purpose and direction.*
19:23 *🌱 Self-discovery involves recognizing early seed emotions that ignite a visceral sensation, signaling a potential life purpose.*
24:49 *🧠 Both positive and negative experiences shape our interests and pursuits, influencing our path towards our purpose.*
20:46 *🌐 Personal fulfillment often stems from a deep emotional connection to certain activities or interests, creating a constant source of delight.*
29:03 *🌊 Paying attention to deeper, more profound aspects of oneself, rather than immediate pleasures, is essential for self-awareness and finding purpose.*
35:01 *🌌 Puberty marks a significant transformation in the brain and life, altering perspectives, responsibilities, and learning capacity.*
39:20 *🧠 The difference between false and real Sublime experiences: False experiences like aggression and addictions are temporary illusions, while the real Sublime, a transformative and lasting feeling, is connected to human nature's deep part.*
44:33 *💼 Power, seduction, and purpose: Power is essential in relationships, seen as a resource, and involves influencing others subtly. Seduction is rooted in human nature, often tied to taboos, and implies an exchange. Finding purpose aligns with one's innate strengths, contributing to a sense of power and connection.*
01:00:39 *💡 Importance of Childhood Influences: Childhood experiences, fairy tales, and interactions with parents deeply shape one's susceptibility to seduction.*
01:02:18 *🤝 Vulnerability and Confidence: Allowing oneself to be vulnerable implies confidence, as it involves the trust to return to oneself after being influenced by others.*
01:09:16 *💑 Power Dynamics in Seduction: The Art of Seduction was conceptualized as an art invented by women to wield power over men through seduction and theatrical effects.*
01:11:20 *⚖️ Power and Equality in Love: There's an exploration of love without power dynamics, emphasizing equality, connection, and the biological desire to deeply connect with someone.*
01:19:03 *🌐 Modern Societal Dynamics: Drawing parallels between the landscape of politics and social dynamics, the lack of vulnerability hinders the setting aside of egos and inhibits the union of people.*
01:21:23 *🗝️ Robert Greene emphasizes the positive dynamics of vulnerability, framing it as a pleasurable and healthy attribute that can impact not only romantic relationships but also mental and creative aspects of life.*
01:22:47 *🧠 Escape the Prison of the Ego: Greene discusses the concept of escaping the self-imposed prison of the ego, encouraging openness to others, vulnerability, and letting go of defense mechanisms for personal growth and meaningful experiences.*
01:25:43 *🌐 Social Media Impact: Greene discusses the negative effects of social media, expressing hope that people will become disenchanted with disconnection and alienation, turning towards more real and communal interactions, preserving the human spirit against technological influences.*
01:28:15 *🚫 Selective Ignorance: Greene emphasizes the importance of learning to ignore certain things in modern life, suggesting that constant exposure to negative content on social media can distract from deeper purposes and drain energy.*
01:36:18 *⚖️ Masculinity and Femininity: Greene addresses the confusion around gender roles, pointing out the need for positive models of masculinity and femininity. He highlights the importance of inner strength, resilience, and quiet confidence as traits to venerate in masculinity.*
01:39:14 *🌐 Lack of Role Models: Greene reflects on the challenges of today's youth growing up without clear role models for positive masculinity and femininity, expressing a sense of loss in the absence of such guiding figures.*
01:39:27 *🍽️ The overwhelming variety of options in expressing masculinity and femininity, especially in the age of social media, raises the challenge of choosing one's identity and role models wisely.*
01:41:05 *🔄 Selecting role models is crucial in personal development. Creating a patchwork of influences, rather than adhering to a single ideal, allows for a more balanced and adaptable self-discovery.*
01:43:36 *📚 Mastery, as a guide, emphasizes the importance of finding mentors and role models for personal and professional growth. It involves the ongoing process of seeking positive qualities in others and integrating them into one's life.*
01:45:41 *🤝 Building relationships with mentors is not a passive act; it requires courage, engagement, and a genuine connection. The mentor-mentee relationship can be a powerful tool for rewriting one's family history and finding positive influences.*
01:49:10 *🚀 Having a clear sense of purpose in life serves as a filter for navigating choices in various aspects, from career to social media consumption. Purpose guides decision-making and helps in allocating energy to meaningful pursuits.*
01:54:00 *🧠 Managing anxiety is crucial for creative thinking. The ability to withstand the discomfort of uncertainty allows for the refinement and development of ideas, turning them from dead concepts into alive, personal creations.*
01:55:36 *📝 The creative process, as described by Robert Greene, involves significant internal turmoil and anxiety. Pushing through this discomfort leads to the transformation of initial ideas, resulting in a fulfilling sense of accomplishment.*
01:56:46 *🖋️ Greene's writing process is marked by an initial phase of self-doubt and dissatisfaction with the work. However, the persistence in pushing through anxiety results in continuous improvement and the eventual achievement of a high-quality outcome.*
01:58:12 *📚 Robert Greene discusses the challenges of writing a book and the anxiety associated with setting and achieving milestones in various domains of life.*
02:05:07 *⚖️ Emotional connections and shared values are vital for a successful, lasting relationship, beyond superficial factors like physical attraction.*
02:07:54 *🧠 Self-awareness is crucial in choosing a compatible partner; understanding one's character and values helps in finding a lasting connection.*
02:13:48 *🗣️ Non-verbal communication, including body language and facial expressions, plays a significant role in understanding a person's true character and detecting authenticity.*
02:17:13 *😄 Sense of humor is a crucial component in a relationship; compatibility in humor, along with non-verbal communication, contributes to the success of a romantic partnership.*
02:19:05 *🤔 Pay attention to non-verbal communication by muting words, observing behavior, and detecting cues like posture, smiles, and eye expressions.*
02:20:13 *🧠 Milton Ericson, paralyzed at 19, mastered non-verbal communication by observing people during his paralysis, learning different forms of yes, no, and various expressions.*
02:23:24 *🕵️ Detecting genuine vs. fake smiles is crucial in understanding people, especially in romantic relationships, helping avoid toxic connections.*
02:24:48 *👀 Recognizing "dead eyes" in narcissists is vital, as it reflects a lack of genuine interest and helps avoid toxic relationships.*
02:27:46 *🎙️ Subcortical courtship: The influence of a person's voice, especially that of a mother, plays a significant role in seduction and emotional impact.*
02:36:46 *🧠 The danger of relying on AI: Depending solely on tools like ChatGPT might bypass the essential cognitive process of thinking, challenging oneself, and achieving deeper understanding.*
02:37:27 *🧠 Robert emphasizes the danger of becoming overly reliant on AI and technology, urging people to develop and use their brains actively.*
02:41:47 *🧠 Robert highlights the incredible complexity and plasticity of the human brain, advocating for the recognition and worship of this remarkable organ over technology.*
03:01:25 *⏳ Urgency and finding one's purpose are discussed, with Greene emphasizing the need to escape apathy and laziness, and to pay deeper attention to surroundings and oneself.*
03:02:32 *⚔️ Introducing the concept of "death ground," Greene explains how pressure and urgency can be powerful motivators, drawing inspiration from Sun Tzu's strategic thinking.*
03:03:54 *🏔️ Greene shares a story about a mountain climber to illustrate the extraordinary energy and focus that arise under life-threatening situations.*
03:06:48 *🙏 Expressing gratitude, the host acknowledges Robert Greene's profound impact on people's lives through his books and various channels, commending the valuable knowledge he shares.*
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Hey I’ve got some really great news to share with you, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, died on a cross and resurrected on the third day so you may all have eternal life. If you believe and repent of your sins and put your faith and trust in Him as you would a parachute jumping off a plane at 25000 feet up in the air, He will give you eternal life in heaven as a free gift and I promise you, He will change your life forever as He did mine. He is the ONLY way to heaven and He loves you all. Please think deeply about this with urgency because this is your eternal life and soul, you don’t know when you could die, meaning you could die at any moment, so please consider this with all your heart. If anyone tells you that Jesus isn’t the only way, they are lying to you and they don’t care about your future.
Thank you
guys, find the forbidden ebook called derp money and you'll see how
Yeah, and pay 12 dollars for it.
I want to cry. I'm 26 and I know I've repressed my strengths for a job that I feel stuck in that I have never felt connected to. I am going to reassess my plan and goals. Thank you so much both of you for this amazing podcast.
I'm 30 and feel as though I completely waisted my 20s, but it sounds like it's not too late to make a change and find what is important and what drives you. Good luck to you, I hope you figure it out.
I'm 41. I feel like I wasted my life. GO! There's still time.
26 you’re just getting started… you got time to chase dreams
@@Steven_H001 It's never too late if you find what drives you and are really willing to work.
@@endofnight Yeah, there's almost always time. Find your passion and work hard. As long as someone ready to work and find something they love there's almost always time. Trust me, people a lot older than you wasted their life and made something huge out of it after that. It can be discouraging though, that's the issue.
Thanks! I am grateful for the work you do with your podcast. I am 75 years old. I am a retired physician who found in his work the sense of flow. My passion to learn about everything has not left me but now I am free to go back to explore what fascinated me as a child. Your conversation Robert Greene confirmed that I am not alone in my pursuit of the sublime. Each moment that I can experience these things is precious to me. Each breath at my age is appreciated. Thank you for finding the people you bring onto your podcast and sharing their wisdom.
Beautifully said
This is high time that you become an educator!
@@tahah.babikir7698 Yes! And/or start a youtube channel if his own to share his wisdom. :)
It's too late 😢
We want a podcast with Joe Dispenza
Being totally alone, hearing and reading the work from Robert Greene, has been life saving. Thank you immensely
Im 15 and really robert greene has really helped me in my life . Because of him i can make better decision act rational and im able to dodge so many problems which couldve made my life worse . And andrew really is just a guy filled and blessed with knowledge . Im really gratefull that i found you guys 🙌
If you're 15 and already seeking this type of knowledge.. you are well on your way to greatness my young friend. You just gave me hope in the future generations. Because you alone will make a grand impact. Be blessed, my friend.
I wish I would have had this knowledge at my fingertips at your age. You are wise to take advantage of it. ♥️ keep truckin’ you’re on your way to make huge strides.
Congratulations
Same but im 18 now
You are 15 and listening to Robert that is amazing. Congratulations!
Thank you Andrew for these podcasts, you’re helping me and my brother (15 and 11 years old) a great deal.
You two young men are listening to Andrew Huberman's content at your ages??? I'm so proud for you going in this direction! It brings me hope that there are youngsters like you in this world who want to address the deeper more important issues than what the majority your ages consume. Please keep enjoying listening to these and carefully and gently expose this to others your ages and find the ones who also resonate with this. I totally believe it's possible to reawaken our humanity for the beautiful way we should think and live. You two are going to be some very awesome men yourselves one day! 💖
Aye me too man i'm 15. It's great that you're on this path. Keep going bro you got this 💪
@@shellylinnnThanks Shelly, I eventually want to impact even more people just like Andrew has, but we just have to lead by example. It only gets better from here 💪
@@ayaan2991I appreciate it, let’s build to the top
You are very lucky of living in an era where this type of information travels at the speed of light. I remember myself at your age, half depressed, listening to Nirvana in the dark of my room all day. The rest was obscure, a mistery, if you had bad or damaging teachers or adults around that was your whole world, different ideas were unreachable. I wish you the best for you and your brother, cheers young man have a good life.
I'm 15 and so grateful I went the path with podcasts, books (especially yours, Robert Greene) and taking care of myself instead of speedruning lung cancer like my friends do, God bless your work 🙏🙏
Jeez, there needs to be more smarter kids like you on the planet, because my lord, kids these days seem to just be getting dumber and dumber, thanks to social media!
That's amazing
thats a hilarious way of saying smoking is bad hahaha, i will remember that
@@Laphinso no, we dont need smarter kids, we need more people to be concious and aware of how evil people above us are
how the heck do you speedrun lung cancer? Just curious.
He explained my life exactly in the beginning. At 26, I sat down and thought back to my childhood and what I enjoyed back then. This is how I found back to coding.
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The most beautiful ,eye opening Pocast. I watched and rewatched and rewatched, the kindness is Roberts eyes and I have not see Andrew Smile so often. Thanks for such a beautiful conversation to listen to and appriciate. The end brought a tear to my eye , truly amazing.
i agree
yes, he clearly loved every second of the conversation. very sweet.
👏👏👏👏👏
He's truly lived, and it shows in all aspects. It's remarkable how a life tragedy if it doesn't kill you, shows you how much to appreciate.
❤
"My creative process is 95% pain and anxiety, 2.5% ecstasy, and I don't know what the other 2.5% is." - Robert Greene
Pure encouragement to those who are trying to create something of value in this world.
It is so rare to see a master be in such jubilation and adoration of another master. You could really feel Huberman's almost child like fascination with Greene and how he looks up to him. To be honest, it got a bit emotional for me to the end. When he thanks Greene for coming and invited him to come back again, and Greene said I hope I will still be around. It was a very specific feeling of he know he might not get there at any minute. It was such a minuscule interaction yet it spoke volumes.
Thank you Robert Greene for your books. I read the Laws of Human Nature and it was a transformative experience.
I am in that Forbidden Zone of Finding My Purpose. How in the world do you wake up at 60ish and still find yourself 'Lost At Sea'. Should have mastered the navigation of my soul's purpose long ago. Certainly had the greatest potential. Life truly is a field of obstacles and to avoid all the distractions (for me primarily curve balls in relationships) and stay on course requires all you've just discussed and more. All in all it's still a fantastical journey, a magical carpet ride of sorts but to find your way out of the maze, back home to your purpose is GOLD. I'm still digging.
Thank you for this rich interview. You've given me hope. ✨
You’re not alone in the lost aging folks. I suppose most are. I had the opportunity in front of me but my partner and I became stuck, then addiction found me, now it’s time to find a new pathway.
Have you considered writing a book? I think you have a talent for it.
00:00 📘 Finding one's purpose involves understanding childhood inclinations that hinted at unique interests and passions.
08:58 🌟 Discovering your life's task offers direction and purpose, eliminating the feeling of being lost in life.
11:30 🧠 Childhood voices and early inclinations direct individuals towards their dominant forms of intelligence or passion.
15:43 💡 Emotional engagement with a subject accelerates learning significantly compared to detached learning experiences.
17:21 🚀 Finding your life's task provides a framework, guiding decisions and actions, offering a sense of direction amidlife's chaos.
18:41 🌱 Discovering purpose involves narrowing down choices to a unique niche, akin to realizing one's special abilities within a broader landscape of options.
21:26 🎯 Finding purpose is emotional and visceral, felt in the body as a sense of ease and alignment.
22:47 🧠 Different frames of mind exist, from intellectual to kinesthetic, impacting how we experience excitement and passion.
24:49 🧭 Both love and hate inform our purpose; negative experiences can guide us away from paths that don't resonate.
26:12 🚀 Early positive experiences fuel a love for learning; negative experiences can block curiosity and discipline.
27:51 ⚡ Energy and motivation can come from both desire and aversion, guiding us toward or away from our purpose.
30:11 🌟 Paying attention to frustrationor anxiety signals helps redirect life choices towards fulfillment and purpose.
35:43 🚪 The Sublime lies beyond societal constraints; it's an experience that transcends limitations and connects us to something larger.
37:44 🧭 The human brain craves transcendental experiences, seeking the Sublime within to avoid the allure of false, external Sublime experiences.
43:25 ⏰ Deep immersion in activities, like writing, creates a Sublime experience where time becomes immersive and pleasurable.
43:52 🌟 Power isn't just about domination; it's deeply wired in us to have some control over our environment and circumstances, compelling us to seek influence in various relationships.
46:36 💡 Power, in interpersonal relations, involves influencing others for mutual or personal benefit, but it's a complex terrain where direct commands often create resistance.
48:25 🧠 Recognizing the need for power isn't a flaw; it's inherent in everyone, and suppressing it leads to passive actions, hindering control and influence.
51:50 🛡 Understanding power dynamics isn't about manipulation; it's crucial for social interactions, self-protection, and avoiding commonpitfalls in relationships.
53:25 🌐 Discovering your place, professionally and personally, aligns with finding where your strengths benefit yourself and others, avoiding energetically costly pursuits.
55:46 🔍 Seduction isn't purely about trickery; it involves an exchange between individuals, tapping into vulnerabilities to create connections and influence.
56:55 🧬 Seduction traces back to human history's taboo concepts, arousing desire by prohibiting something, triggering contrary impulses.
59:13 📚 Seduction extends beyond the negative connotations; it involves vulnerability, allowing someone into your mental space, and surrendering to the influence of others or ideas.
01:00:39 📖 Vulnerability is not a weakness but a positive trait, fostering emotional and intellectual intelligence, facilitating surrender to another'spower.
01:03:00 🔄 Seduction can be challenging to disengage from due to attachment systems, often leading to difficulties in breaking away despite knowing the negative consequences.
01:04:38 🌹 Seduction tactics aren't gender-exclusive; both men and women utilize various tactics for seduction, sometimes leading to abusive dynamics in relationships.
01:06:16 🌟 Seduction as a power dynamic: Men historically dominated by powerful, siren-like women; enjoying a sensual, pleasing escape from their usual masculine world.
01:08:23 💃 The interplay of sexual and power dynamics: Topping from the bottom - a mutual illusion of power exchange in seductive and romantic relationships.
01:09:44 🎭 The illusion of control in seduction: The weaker-seeming person often leads the dynamic, blurring who truly holds power in the relationship.
01:11:20 🧠 Neurobiological insights into dominance: Separate neural circuits exist for nonsexual physical power and sexual behavior, indicating distinct forms of control.
01:14:19 🧬 Biological roots of love: Robert Greene explores the biological desire for deep connection and the physics of coupling, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability.
01:18:38 🌍 Social context and vulnerability: Concerns about hookup culture, social media, and the impact on vulnerability, advocating for a return to communal, authentic connections.
01:21:23 💡 Embracing vulnerability: Encouraging vulnerability as a positive attribute, leading not just to romantic success but also to creativity and mental energy.
01:26:25 🚀 Path to change: Advocating for a shift from closed-off egos to open vulnerability, hoping for a human spirit resurgence to combat societal disconnect.
01:27:05 🔄 The pendulum effect: Acknowledging societal swings, emphasizing the need to transcend injustices without being overwhelmed by constant exposure toinjustice.
01:28:43 🛑 Overwhelm from social media: Reflecting on the impact of social media's constant exposure to injustice on creativity, purpose, and the capacity for vulnerability and love.
01:28:57 🌍 Knowing when to ignore distractions in modern life, focusing on controllable actions, and understanding the impact of algorithmically designed content on our attention can prevent energy drain.
01:31:59 💡 Addressing injustices involves more than individual efforts; it requires collective action, movement building, and engaging with larger-scale issues like climate change or systemic challenges.
01:33:59 ⚖ The modern understanding of masculine and feminine roles is in flux, leading to confusion, mixed signals, and challenges for young individuals in defining their identities amidst societal expectations.
01:37:53 🌟 True masculinity isn't about stereotypes; it's about resilience, emotional control, inner strength, confidence, and the ability to withstand life's hardships without resorting to insecurity or abusive behaviors.
01:41:05 🛠 Finding mentors or role models involves integrating qualities from various individuals, evolving throughout life, and adapting these influences to create a personalized path rather than conforming to a singular ideal.
01:50:18 🧠 Engaging with knowledge goes beyond just reading; it involves digesting and transforming ideas into your own thoughts.
01:51:26 📚 The difference between dead and alive thinking lies in actively interacting and refining ideas, not just absorbing them.
01:53:47 💡 Anxiety can lead to hasty decisions; embracing it and exploring multiple alternatives enhances thinking and decision-making.
01:56:04 🖋 Embracing anxiety in creative processes leads to continuous refinement, essential for achieving excellence.
01:58:24 📝 Writing a book involves intense self-doubt and constant improvement before achieving a satisfying result.
02:00:03 ❤ Finding convergence in interests and values, beyond superficial aspects, is vital for lasting romantic partnerships.
02:07:54 🤔 Self-awareness is crucial; knowing your values helps avoid mistaking admiration for alignment in relationships.
02:11:30 🕵♂ Understanding a partner's character, detecting hidden facets, and embracing mystery sustains long-term interest and depth in relationships.
02:12:12 🤔 Relationships thrive when there's intrigue and a continuous sense of discovery about each other over time.
02:13:07 🎶 Shared interest in life engagement matters more in relationships than shared preferences like music genres.
02:14:58 🎸 Music preferences give insights into a person's character and qualities, reflecting nonverbal cues that can be revealing.
02:17:57 🗣 Nonverbal communication is crucial; we've evolved to understand it deeply, but in today's word-oriented society, we overlook it.
02:19:34 📺 Observing nonverbal cues like body language, tone, and microexpressions can reveal people's true intentions and emotions.
02:23:24 🕵♂ Detecting genuine emotions through nonverbal cues, especially sincere smiles, helps in navigating relationships and avoiding toxic individuals.
02:26:11 🔍 Trust your intuition about people; nonverbal cues like tone of voice and body language convey more truth than words.
02:30:31 💬 Interacting in person sharpens nonverbal communication skills, vital for understanding others deeply in a world moving towards virtual encounters.
02:32:40 🤖 Concerns about AI include its potential to lack the depth of human intelligence, especially self-awareness and holistic understanding.
02:34:16 🧠 AI advancements mustn't replace deep thinking; reliance solely on AI might hinder critical thinking development.
02:35:38 📚 A challenging task catalyzed Robert Greene's paradigm shift, emphasizing discipline and deeper understanding.
02:36:46 🏔 The analogy of climbing Mount Everest illustrates the value of the journey over instant solutions provided by AI.
02:39:56 🧠 Concerns arise about AI diminishing emotional expression, reducing language, and limiting emotional nuances.
Wow, you did wonderful
@@lkhagvajavgansukh4270this is most likely an AI video summorization tool .
Thank You so much!!!!
@@Iam_wicked yes, maybe. What makes you sure it's exactly this extension, though?
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I love the pure love and admiration Andrew shows in this conversation with Robert. It really showed through the screen that Robert’s wisdom & work has had a major impact on his life
Intelligent , tough and humble human being Huberman is . Gotta love it
The words of Robert Greene shake me to a wake state literally. I was listening in this in my bed...I fall a sleep. Then I started to wake up several times, always going back to light sleep while Robert was talking. Unbeliavable experience, like listening God. Thank you God for saving Robert Greene from the stroke!
I am doing the same exact thing! 😅
Same here. I am super tired and was drifting off but then woke up excited to hear the rest!!
Funny to read this comment. When I fell asleep listening to this I woke up to a part that applied directly to me. A set of circumstances that is unique and only covered in the section in which I woke up to hear. Synchronicity so strong I cant ignore it. Well done!
How many people listened total padcast
I ended up listening to it a second time by accident and I am not disappointed 😂
I missed a movie to listen full PC
I did
Robert Greene's books and Andrew Huberman Podcast are two of my best sources for self help advice. Can't wait to get started with this episode
I just finished “The Laws of Human Nature” and I throughly believe everyone should read it. It’s such an amazing book that makes you ponder about yourself and people in general. It’s great to see Mr. Robert Greene on your podcast.
What would you say is the main you learned from the book?
The All-Knowing, The Wise, The Creator of Everything Said:
{Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth and the alternation of the night and the day are signs for the wise.
Who remember Allah while standing or sitting or [resting] on their sides and give thought to the creation of the heavens and the earth, [saying], "Our Lord, You did not create this aimlessly; exalted are You [above such a thing]; then protect us from the punishment of the Fire.
Our Lord, indeed whoever You admit to the Fire - You have disgraced him, and there are no helpers for the wrongdoers.
Our Lord, indeed we have heard a caller calling to faith, [saying], 'Believe in your Lord,' and we have believed. Our Lord, so forgive us our sins and remove from us our misdeeds and cause us to die with the righteous.
Our Lord, grant us what You promised us through Your messengers and do not disgrace us on the Day of Resurrection. Indeed, You do not fail in [Your] promise."
And their Lord responded to them, "Never will I allow to be lost the work of [any] worker among you, whether male or female; you are of one another. So those who emigrated or were evicted from their homes or were harmed in My cause or fought or were killed - I will surely remove from them their misdeeds, and I will surely admit them to gardens beneath which rivers flow as reward from Allah, and Allah has with Him the best reward."
Be not deceived by the [mercantilistic] wanderings of the unbelievers, on earth.
Because it is a transitory enjoyment, and its abode will be hell. What a dismal abode.
But those who feared their Lord will have gardens beneath which rivers flow, abiding eternally therein, as accommodation from Allah. And that which is with Allah is best for the righteous.
And indeed, among the People of the Scripture are those who believe in Allah and what was revealed to you [O Mohammed, The Messenger of Allah] and what was revealed to them, [being] humbly submissive to Allah. They do not exchange the verses of Allah for a small price. Those will have their reward with their Lord. Indeed, Allah is swift in account.
O you who have believed, persevere, endure, be patient, be ever vigilant, and fear Allah so that you will succeed and prosper.}
@@TheMatchReview I personally enjoyed reading about different types of people with specific historical figures given as examples. However, I believe one of the most interesting topics were the chapters about our dark side and how to learn to work with yourself and not trying to hide your natural impulses, repression leading to more aggression, and the other chapter was related to our feminine and masculine sides, how we have a mix of both and I loved finding examples of female and man behaviour, how we reach conclusions, how we plan and evaluate solutions or completely retract ourselves in the face of specific challenges…
There is a lot of information and the book has a very realistic view of things, nothing is black or white, we are all deeply flawed. It gives examples about how to deal with others and how to deal with yourself which is very important.
Fantastic book. I wish it was available to me when I was younger
@@lukepalmer6491 I completely agree.
Most people dont realize that puberty last from like 11 to 25. It's Important that once you reach 26 you make the conscious decision to really question everything you've learned during your developmental stage and push yourself to develope new thoughts and ideas. Basically a mental reboot centered around what you know to be true rather then what you have been told is true by others while growing up.
I’m well past my prime and still trying to figure out my purpose. This was very helpful. The spark to find my purpose has been reignited. 🔥 Thank you!
all the best! it's never too late
Keep going !
We wish you good luck
Read Robert Greene’s book called Mastery. It talks about the life journey of finding one’s purpose.
In the sea of shallow self-help content, Robert Green is a gem. Mastery is one of the most important books I've ever read and I often get back to it.
I wish him good health and many more impactful books.
Two great men that inspired millions of people to be better humans ❤
or others who think Huberman is going outside his lane for sponsors. Millions? How did you get that number? Is inspire the same as actual results?
@@keatts23 They can only inspire and show you the way. Actual results are each one’s responsibility. No one can do the work and achieve things on behalf of someone else.
A great podcast and when Robert Greene talks about the office politics and power dynamics and no longer having to live in that environment absolutely resonates with me. A lot of the time it involves people who are not talented but need manipulation, exploitative and deceitful behaviours to achieve what they perceive as success.
I love how humble Robert is that he asks if he is taking too long. He is definitely one of a kind.
You have changed my life!
I am 64 yrs old and retired RN of 25 years. Recently, I have lost 38 lbs and am still in a negative caloric state.
I have lived through a life of PTSD and have ignored it until my sister 1 of 8 siblings was tragically killed 6 months ago.
A light bulb went off! After listening to a variety of your guests and your updates in science!
Function medicine is my new direction. Thank you!
More power to you. Good luck on your new trajectory in life.
@@refaelgreenblatt4005 Same here. Good luck on your new direction
OMG🙏🏽❤️
Warmth for you. Your brave to tell us that.
lol😂
I'm reading the "Mastery" right now, and I'm like, I wish I have read this book earlier! It's just amazing how a teacher can change your entire life by recommending a book. Knowledge can really heal lots of pain and confusion.
Thank you so much, Huberman. Robert Greene is truly what my generation needs to listen to. Thanks
Let everything..every one...every situation...every trial..every triumph..every trauma.... be a teacher
Walking my dogs will NEVER be the same. Thank you 🙏
Robert Greene is an amazing source of knowledge and always sounds like a very good human being
This is fascinating. I had a brain injury back in 1996, lost my career in engineering and have spent the last 27 years trying to rediscover myself. Feeling lost at sea is a good way of putting it. I've found hobbies, interests but never a purpose.What a remarkable man
try pottery.....it is amazing....
pain to purpose, dear one. Same here - brain injury, along with heart, lung, every organ and since it was during the plandemic, I got not help. I died, spontaneously survived, but then again, was left abandoned to progress and I didn't even start for a year since I was too unable and unstable. Determined to get back to my full, whole life as I knew it which was vibrant, active, tons of energy (and no coffee ever :)... with thalassemia, that's the Holy Spirit :) and my blood line) but I started to hear God say other things to me like, maybe for your good, you aren't supposed to get back to the old you..And that's exactly what is going on. However, in the interim, as I continue healing the body very intentionally (HBOT, Ozone, etc), I am healing in deeper intangible ways that were unintentional, and I never stop teaching others what I'm learning as I learn (that there are cures, treatments, help and hope...outside the mainsteam, so that is one of my purposes and it's been helping a lot of people. So, while I'm sorry to hear what happened to you, doing something outside the self is going to be the most rewarding and purposeful thing you can do. Sure, pottery is great! However, maybe make something and gift if to some one lonely "lost at sea" (I get it! Truuuust me), in that prison. Ask the best
I am really about to broke into tears of joy seeing my beloved role models together and talking to each other. I feel very grateful and excited. God bless you 🙏
What an amazing, beautiful, educational, eye-opening conversation. I just bought 2 of Robert's books. I have so much I want to say. The part about the ego, how you want to feel the pain it causes you. "It's disconnecting you from some of the greatest experiences you can have in life" I couldn't agree more with. We all need to have an ego death to pursue our greater selves. "Too much choice is detrimental to the human being" - I feel this on almost a daily basis, it is overwhelming. Everything you said about anxiety, turn it into something creative and productive, "how you handle anxiety will determine whether you will be successful..." I've been trying to write several books and the anxiety and struggle is very present...fighting through it is ridiculously hard. Just some of my favorite snippets from this episode. Grateful you are both here to share your knowledge and experiences. Thank you both for your interest in science and well being.
I agree with Dr Greene .. the default texting is I am sure a mage defense mechanism… the voice like the eyes are the most revealing characteristics of the soul of a person… ❤
I can easily see Robert and Andrew co-authoring a book together. Andrew's insights from Neuroscience and his ability to break down things to the bare bones so its easy to understand and Robert's historical knowledge, keen observation and great story telling, would be such an amazing thing to witness together.
Wow, you have done such a good job of getting the absolute best out of Robert Greene here. I know you primarily do solo podcasts, but you have a gift for conversation and interviews. I loved Robert's vulnerability, insight, openness, and honesty. I'm also finding that many of the most inspiring people I know of have looked death in the eye and came back with more love and humility than ever before.
I totally agree with you. I am working but I have been listening to this Podcast as it is so amazing , mindblowing and I feel great about myself . I might be a simple sort but I am smart and happy in my own skin.
I have watched this 3 times and I am still finding gems
I love you, Andrew, for being so forthright and unabashed in your appreciation and reverence for Robert. I relate to that so much. 💜
I cried towards the end, and I didn't even realize until I saw my tears falling on my shirt.. 😭
More power to both of you! 💜💜
I'm in tears of gratitude ... Thank you for bringing a new prospective on how beautiful life is.
The part where Robert talks about writing being 95% pain really resonated. I’m a writer and dealing with version 1, 2, 3, 4 is very difficult. I have an inner voice that keeps telling me, “You’re not a real writer! A real writer would not struggle so much!” Anyway, I’m glad to know that there’s a real writer out there who struggles.
perhaps you are bothered by perfectionism we get imprinted at school? I love writing, esp. if there is no pressure, little care, spell-checkers, grammar checkers, electronic corrections ... I tend to disagree with the concept of pain in writing. It should come from the heart, be enjoyable, and it will only get better with time :) Writing books (for paper) is hard. You need to make it publishable. Writing for a blog or wiki or Facebook is pure joy. You can fix things later. Liberating! ;)
I started journaling as soon as I could hold a pencil -- never stopped. Often throughout my life, I was told "you should write a BOOK"...and when I died in 2020, with no medical help, survived spontaneously, and was left to myself to thrive after the survive, and the crashing, burning is what made me stop and take healing to an ever deeper place I always did. Write it, dear one.
@@Jennifer-gr7hnIt is incredible to read "I died". Congratulations on living then, first of all :)
Don't be so hard on yourself. It's just writing...it's not going to kill anyone.
does not have to be painful.
My hero who changed my life in miraculous ways. Read all his books and after I listen to this interview I’m going to reread them.❤Ty Doc.
Great convo. I find it funny when Andrew begins to ask a question, but then starts to answer it for himself in rants, then eventually hones it back in. Then after the answer, Andrew doesn't listen that closely and responds to what was just said. He spins off a thought/ experience he had of his own that somewhat relates. Listening skills are tough.
Dr Andrew, I am not sure if you know that how many lives you change and inspire in sooo many ways! You and Dr Matt Walker transformed my life! My childrens in their 20s are learning so much from you that I cannot thank you enough for! So Thank you and God bless you!!! ❤❤
I love how Robert speaks and explains things. So precise and succinct.
My impression was just the opposite, I must listen more carefully 😢
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Would be nice if he was actually allowed to finish his train of thought.
Gosh. This episode was so impactful in so many ways. I was moved to tears (maybe ugly crying 😬) at the end. All the lessons and perspective shifts….thank you Robert for the work you are doing and for being an AMAZING human, we could use more humans like you. And thank you Dr. Huberman for sharing this powerful conversation with the world. ❤
This was eye opening
What a great feed of intellectual intelligence from both masters. But specifically to Robert you saved my life from downward spiral 8 years ago. Until these days. I will be forever grateful!
I could listen to Robert talk all day long. He is so interesting. Love every podcast he ever does! Thank you
Oh my God, my two most favourite people in a single podcast. Gonna binge watch this tonight ♥️
These two together with Jordon Peterson would literally be a dream come true 😭
You took the words right out of my mouth. This podcast is so exciting and is going to be extremely interesting 😍
Thank you, Robert for sharing your experiences and wisdom with us. You are amazing 🙏🏽
Robert Greene is humanity’s greatest creation
FINALLY Green with an interviewer who lets him speak. Thank you both
I found that I couldn’t be vulnerable until I healed and forgave my childhood. I had to realize that my defenses were created by my parents and therefore not my own and I needed to learn that in order to realize being vulnerable meant I was actually in control. Not sure if that makes sense… lol thank you both for this podcast! ❤
I was once told
If your nose is above water
Your still breathing
It’s when you let yourself go
You stop breathing
Everything in life will be hard at times but it is up to you, if you stop trying, to make it better
I found this podcast so fascinating. It really hit home when Robert spoke about words and non verbal communication. Our now 25 year old son with ASD stopped speaking at three and did not start speaking again unit he was 6. Robert completely described our son he learned and observed non verbal queues of people. He has an uncanny way of knowing if someone is angry, upset ,happy, or sad . This ability has made him a very caring,genuine human, but also has caused him stress as he senses so much on how someone is feeling around him , and who is actually genuine. I also feel this non-verbal communication he has is why he is so great with animals.
I've been a weekly listener for years and this is the most impactful discussion, out of many that I have loved. In my 8th decade, this is a roadmap for my journey to a place and time that is magical and mysterious, but not never ending. I shall listen to this podcast several times, thank you for enhancing my life❤🎉thank you❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️
Wow. Well said. Your response made my eyes welt up. It is magical and mysterious. Truly profound, thank you.
Robert Green is such a legend! 48 laws of power is a must read book!
Nah. It's just armchair philospohy. He just read stories of other people and then said "So and so did X and was powerful, so you should do X too!"
calling it armchair philosophy doesnt disprove anything in the book
Better off just reading the rules rest of book is filler
@@scottk1525wisdom chases you but you always manage to outrun it
@@scottk1525 "he just reads other books" Literally everyone stands on humanity's accumulated knowledge. "If you want to bake your own apple pie you must first invent a universe" - Carl Sagan
thank you Andrew!!...you make our world more bright!
I watched Dr. Robert Greene at The Diary of a CEO and was directed to your podcast, Dr. Andrew Huberman. I have subscribed since.
Thank you for these valuable interviews you host so wonderfully.
I found the perfect social media to accompany me during my morning routine.
This particular one will be on repeat. 💞
As a 20 years old listening to this dropping out from university to live fulfilling life all second of this video are precious and they are what goes in my mind for the past two years.
“The journey transforms the outcome.” Brilliant!
Can’t thank you enuff for this one- a missed TBI changed my life & while I get so much outa all your podcasts, this one hit home in a way where I found myself wishing I could sit there & talk to the 2 of you. Topics & descriptions all clicked, which is something that rarely happens since my “invisible” TBI left my former friends unable to relate to me or what I go through or want to discuss. They don’t understand at all. Thank you for making me feel I was among friends today
"Mastery" is my all-time favorite book of Robert Greene. Life changing 🙌
I love what you said about killing time and how it relates to drug addiction. In my 20's I did hard drugs with complete self-awareness it was a "waiting room" of sorts, keeping me in limbo, taking me out of living because living was too painful. It was putting time on hold until I could find something to make life worth living but not end my life. BTW, that something was art.
I just lost to my son to a drug overdose 3 months Ago ,3 weeks ago lost my first cousin to a drug overdose . Hearing and then seeing you write this ,gave me more clarity on addictions . How a coping mechanisms from trauma are very correlated in entering into “Limbo “if not resolved. Appreciate you !
This is great. What is your connection with art?
Wow
I understand that, because I now understand that this is where I am presently. Thank you.
I ended up becoming an artist. I went to school for art and it replaced my drug addiction and gave me something to focus on. Many people who take drugs are very sensitive people. Art gave me a place to channel my energy instead of holding on to it. @@perkypat2214
What a treat. These two men in a podcast ❤
This interview is incredible, more than I can express. Thank you Robert & Andrew.
What an incredible conversation. Thank you❤
Starting out with childhood, purpose, and discovery and ending with death, appreciation, and urgency. Class act Robert Greene & Dr. Andrew Huberman. This is another one for the books. I'm sure I'll listen to this many more times in the future. Thank you for this.
yea, its a reference for sure, so much stuff to go back on. True relevancy for any and all paths.
You are just bringing it all in 💪🏽💜🧠we underestimate the importance of “having a purpose” yet this is one of the most painful things a human can go through.
Without purpose, there is no sense of being, and our sense of self gets shaky.
CLASS IS IN SESSION💪🏽
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You seem to get it 🙌🏼
If you enjoyed this one you should watch ‘Your Purpose is Your Permission’ Ted Talk by Brian & Gab Bosche!
I already love Robert Greene, but this interview is an absolute gem. Thank you so much!!!!
Robert Greene has very useful insights about many topics. I appreciate his directness.
Absolutely one of the best shows ever! I just bought 2 of his books. Can’t wait for the next. Keep doing your thing Andrew you are truly a national treasure.
Man, Huberman, this literally cannot get any better. Robert Greene is pergaps my top one author of all time, particularly his book The 48 laws of power has helped me the most in and with my life. And, when I saw today, your new podcast for this week, Hands down this provided me with one of the strongest dopamine spikes as of today and delighted me with spectacular pleasure. Thank you for your work here, Dr. Andrew Huberman. This secretly is the episode, I have been waiting for all this time. 👏
My feelings exactly but expressed far more eloquently than I could have. To have access to this conversation for free... I'm beyond thrilled. ❤
Two legends. Masters in their fields. Big fan of both. Thank you for all your books and podcasts
Thank you so much for giving so much valuable information ❤
The 48 Laws was a great book for me. I felt lost a lot as a child and I really didn't have time for myself because I was busy translating papers for my family, so we could become citizens, while helping the family work in an under the table mattress business. I didn't really understand how to communicate how I feel or control certain situations until I was well in to my twenties. I was completely immersed and fascinated by structures and vessels of all kinds, but the scared little girl afraid of being deported, (while thinking girls can't do this) and poor took over me (even though at this point we're citizens) and pursued something that would make me certain money instead. I floundered through college because I was genuinely uninterested in what I was trying to pursue, but knew I loved making things. So here I am in my mid/late thirties completely starting over (it feels like). Also, I call finding your purpose "childlike wonder". Not to get all down, but my ex was incredibly cruel about it with me whenever I would build forts in the living room so we could have a movie night. He would call me childish, but I thought it would be fun.
So anyway, the 48 Laws helped me find my lighthouse essentially.
I would have killed for this episode 10 years ago. This is so helpful!! And I am glad it’s here now for people who need it ❤
Mr. Greene is a real gem in so many ways. Thanks to both of you.
This episode was so powerful! On top of the undeniable wisdom of the guest, it was powered by beautiful gratitude and illustrative examples and knowledge of the interviewer 🙏 Thank you!
This was a surprise, the writer of 48 laws of power is having a 3 hour podcast with Andrew huberman. This is actually amazing 😳
Hbermann does not let him talk. Let him talk!!!!!!!!!!
@@mabakerI think you missed a lot of this podcast.
I just bought 4 books yesterday! I am so grateful for his knowledge and research. I love his background story.❤ Actually both gentlemen have a wonderful background story!!!!
What an honor and privilege to hear you and my favorite Robert Greene. Thanks a million to both of you for making a differnce in our lives. To be and learn!!! Incrediable. Thank you again.
This is one of my favorite podcasts you have done. Thank you.
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
08:58 🌱 *Finding one's purpose is a process that involves reconnecting with the unique inclinations and impulses from childhood.*
10:47 🤔 *As individuals age, external influences (teachers, parents, peers) can drown out their inner voice, making it essential to rediscover childhood passions and inclinations.*
13:21 💡 *Childhood impulses, or "impulse voices," provide clues to one's natural inclinations, guiding individuals toward their unique life tasks.*
16:10 🧠 *Emotional engagement with a subject accelerates learning, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's career path with their primal inclinations.*
17:21 🚀 *Discovering one's life's task brings a sense of direction, acting as an internal radar, and even later in life, it's never too late to embark on this journey of self-discovery.*
25:30 🌱 *The discussion touches on the role of genetics and environmental influences in shaping interests, and the significance of early positive experiences in fostering a love for learning.*
27:22 🛤️ *Greene shares his personal journey, highlighting the impact of both positive and negative experiences in shaping his career path.*
29:03 ⚖️ *The conversation delves into the balance between immediate pleasures and long-term fulfillment, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in understanding one's true desires.*
31:46 🔄 *Reflecting on frustration and anxiety as signals, Greene discusses the value of understanding and addressing these emotions to guide life decisions.*
35:43 🚪 *Greene introduces the concept of the Sublime, describing it as experiences just outside the conventional circle of thought and behavior, with a focus on transcendental moments.*
39:47 🌐 *The distinction between real and false Sublime is discussed, emphasizing the importance of authentic, transformative experiences over external, fleeting sources of pleasure.*
41:21 🕰️ *Huberman relates early experiences of delight to the Sublime, highlighting the profound connection, activation state, and sense of purpose that such experiences can generate.*
42:03 ⏳ *Time perception is briefly touched upon, with an acknowledgment of the subjective nature of time during immersive, Sublime experiences.*
43:52 🤔 *The discussion shifts to the topic of power and seduction.*
46:36 💡 *Power is defined as a primitive, primal need for control over one's environment and circumstances.*
51:50 🔄 *Learning the dynamics of power is essential for personal and social growth, not just for domination.*
53:25 🔍 *Finding one's place in social hierarchies and aligning with one's strengths contributes to a fulfilling life.*
55:46 💖 *Seduction is explored as an exchange, involving vulnerability and the act of letting someone into one's psyche.*
58:20 🔄 *Vulnerability is reframed as a positive trait, essential for intelligence and emotional growth.*
01:02:32 🛡️ *Confidence plays a role in vulnerability, allowing one to navigate seduction without being detrimentally affected.*
01:06:16 📖 *Robert Greene discusses the dynamic of powerful men being dominated by seductive women throughout history.*
01:08:23 💑 *The concept of "topping from the bottom" is explored, where both individuals in a romantic exchange may engage in a temporary illusion of power dynamics.*
01:09:44 🌌 *Robert Greene introduces the idea of the Art of Seduction being invented by women who lacked power in other aspects of life, using sex as a means of control.*
01:13:38 🤯 *David Anderson's research on separate neural circuits for sexual and nonsexual mounting behaviors challenges conventional notions of power dynamics.*
01:16:38 💔 *Robert Greene delves into the concept of escaping the "prison of the ego," advocating for vulnerability as a positive dynamic in various aspects of life.*
01:20:56 🌐 *Concerns about the impact of social media, hookup culture, and pornography on young people's ability to experience deep connections and vulnerability.*
01:24:50 📚 *The chapter titled "Escape the Prison of the Ego" in Robert Greene's upcoming book emphasizes the pleasures and benefits of vulnerability, urging readers to open themselves up to real experiences.*
01:27:05 🔄 *A hopeful perspective that, despite challenges, the human spirit can lead to a shift away from current closed and divisive tendencies toward more open, communal, and creative periods in history.*
01:28:57 🧠 *Robert Greene discusses the distraction of modern life, emphasizing the importance of ignoring certain things for mental well-being.*
01:31:59 🌍 *Greene suggests that individuals can contribute positively by focusing on actionable issues like voting, joining causes, and addressing climate change instead of getting overwhelmed by every injustice.*
01:36:05 🚻 *Greene touches on the confusion in contemporary times regarding gender roles, emphasizing the need for positive role models to guide individuals in navigating masculinity and femininity.*
01:48:15 ⚖️ *Greene highlights the challenge of too many choices, advocating for a sense of purpose to act as a filter and guide in decision-making, be it in career choices or daily life.*
01:50:18 🤔 *Engaging with powerful individuals involves developing social skills through active participation and overcoming fears and anxieties.*
01:51:00 📚 *Engaging with ideas involves more than just reading; it includes thinking, reflecting, and eventually turning them into one's own through a creative process.*
01:57:43 📖 *Writing involves continuous improvement, battling self-doubt, and pushing through anxiety to achieve a sense of fulfillment and accomplishment.*
01:58:24 🤔 *Managing anxiety is crucial in various domains of life, including writing a book; breaking down tasks into milestones helps generate enough inertia to move forward.*
01:59:34 💑 *Convergent interests in a romantic partnership go beyond surface-level preferences, involving deep connections, emotional values, and shared character traits.*
02:03:18 💰 *Values like money, stability, and character traits are essential in evaluating potential partners for a lasting relationship.*
02:05:20 🤝 *Emotional connections and shared values are crucial in building a partnership; a sense of mystery and self-awareness contribute to a lasting, fulfilling relationship.*
02:11:57 🧠 *People who are too obvious and reveal everything at once can become boring in relationships. Intriguing individuals who reveal qualities over time can sustain interest.*
02:13:21 🎶 *The importance of shared generative drives, such as a desire to create, in relationships transcending specific interests like music preferences.*
02:23:50 🤔 *Detecting fake smiles and understanding genuine facial expressions, especially in romantic relationships, helps in avoiding toxic connections.*
02:25:01 🗣️ *Tone of voice is a powerful indicator; genuine emotions, confidence, and seduction can be conveyed through the subtleties of voice.*
02:32:26 🤖 *Concerns about artificial intelligence (AI), emphasizing the importance of anxiety, self-awareness, and the ability to see a holistic picture in human intelligence.*
02:33:37 🧠 *Robert Greene discusses holistic thinking and the importance of machines achieving aha moments through anxiety and self-awareness.*
02:36:46 🤔 *Greene emphasizes the value of facing challenges and thinking harder to develop mental strength and problem-solving skills.*
02:38:19 🚗 *Greene cautions against the potential negative impact of AI, comparing it to taking a helicopter to the top of Mount Everest without the necessary training and effort.*
02:39:03 🔄 *The conversation shifts to the potential loss of nuance in online personas and expressions due to technology, and the concern about AI tools operating us instead of us operating the tools.*
02:41:34 🧠 *The discussion extends to the worship of technology versus appreciating the incredible capabilities of the human brain, highlighting the brain's plasticity and its ability to adapt and learn throughout life.*
02:45:40 🩹 *Greene shares his personal experience of a stroke in 2018, describing the sensation of dying, visions, and insights into the illusionary nature of the self and reality created by the brain.*
02:52:14 🙏 *Reflecting on the stroke, Greene expresses gratitude for survival, acknowledges the transformative impact on his perspective, and delves into the fascinating realm of near-death experiences.*
02:55:31 🧠 *Robert Greene shares insights gained from confronting his own demons after a stroke, emphasizing the importance of patience and appreciating simple pleasures.*
03:04:36 🏔️ *Greene shares a story of a mountain climber to illustrate how facing death ground can unlock hidden energy and a sense of urgency, emphasizing the power of the human will to live.*
03:07:42 🙏 *Andrew Huberman expresses gratitude to Robert Greene for the valuable insights and road map he provides, acknowledging the positive impact on his life and the lives of many others.*
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Thank you for summarizing and sharing.
1:54:24: Thank you for talking about this...
And this part right here 1:55:29 has been the most valuable part of this interview for me.
Robert talks at the beginning about how he knew as a kid that he was so fascinated by language and with the title of this video about finding your unique purpose, I felt led to believe that finding my purpose would I would feel good about doing it every day, maybe some frustration, but certainly I wouldn't have guessed after hearing about how much Robert loves what he does... that he'd say at this point in the interview that **95%** of his process is pain....... I didn't see that coming... and I really appreciate that this got brought to light.
I'm also REALLY glad that you talk about "it's gotta be better, it's gotta be better"... because sometimes I drive myself crazy with that, and I really feel like I have found my calling, and my "it's gotta be better" literally drove me to listen to this interview, because I was starting to question if I had found my calling.
Thank you gentlemen.
The discussion at about the 1:20 mark on current trend to meet on dating sites, leaves me to reflect on a movie I just saw based on wartimes where a young couple who never met before, meet at a gala event and their eyes meet across the room. No words, and none needed, to know what they are feeling just through the body language.
An incredible experience that can't happen once you've connected online. So sad for anyone to miss out on this beautiful emotion.
Certainly one of the best talks I’ve watched. Thank you for sharing!
Robert needs more praise. I appreciate Andrew’s ability to bring up interesting questions and engage Robert in conversation, but it is really Robert who captivates my attention. His words are so golden and filled with truth. He is truly the epitome of spiritual mastery. What great energy, positivity, and creative intellect.
I listen to you a lot, but this one, with Robert Greene, reached into me further than any other. At the end, I was blown away by both your and his insights. My tears flowed as he talked about his stroke and his appreciation for life itself. Thank you.
Thank you Andrew for all of your work put into this podcast! Robert is an amazing man.
The fact that I’m coming across this video at this moment is profound to me. Here’s why- within the past few years I’ve been struggling more than ever to find my purpose, to know who I am, what I want, etc.. I’m almost 27 and it feels like life has flown by and I keep waiting for something to fall into my lap or for someone to guide me to what I’m supposed to be doing with my life. I’ve always loved the arts- acting, film, writing, etc., and have been lucky enough to have had some experience on film sets and such. I have not tuned into that part of me for a while due to just needing a paycheck and I have been panicking because I feel so unfulfilled with where I currently am in my life. Last week I had brought that up in therapy and actually had my second panic attack - which was scary..but then I experienced peace afterwards, because suddenly it was like my inner child just knew what she has been needing to hear for so long. She needed to hear that she IS capable of her dreams, that she CAN do whatever she wants to, and that nobody can decide that for her. I feel like I’m getting closer and closer to being able to faithfully pursue my purpose. Anyways- thought I’d share. Good luck to everyone.
I’ve never heard of Robert before and this man moved me to tears on several occasions. I’m in awe of him and what an amazing storyteller he is. I can’t wait to read his books.
What a great watch 🙌🏼
If you enjoyed this one you should watch ‘Your Purpose is Your Permission’ Ted Talk by Brian & Gab Bosche!
@@nickmarmolejo163thank you so much for the suggestion. I’ll absolutely check that out!