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Robert Greene discusses the intricacies of power, human nature, and mastery in this insightful conversation.

Robert Greene is one of the world's most influential thinkers on power, human nature, mastery and psychology. He is the bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power, The Laws of Human Nature, Mastery and The Art of Seduction and his work has shaped everyone from world leaders and CEOs to elite athletes and artists. In this conversation, Robert explores the patterns that quietly shape our lives, from human nature and mastery to power, purpose and seduction. Drawing on decades of studying history, psychology and some of the world's highest performers, he offers a way of thinking that is as practical as it is timeless. Timestamps: 00:00 Why Human Nature Never Changes 03:30 The Hidden Cost of Becoming Powerful 05:47 The #1 Reason People Lose Power 08:36 The Brutal Mindset That Changes Everything 11:02 The Hardest Person You'll Ever Master 17:22 Why Most People Never Become Exceptional 20:49 How to Find Your Life's Purpose 25:35 Why So Many Young People Feel Lost 30:43 The Childhood Clues to Your Destiny 37:17 Why Failure Is the Price of Greatness 41:53 What Mastery Really Costs 46:29 Why Modern Dating Is Broken 50:18 The Problem With Radical Honesty 53:48 Why "Being Yourself&quot…

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