The Laws of Human Nature

De: Robert Greene

Narrado por: Paul Michael, Robert Greene

From the number-one New York Times best-selling author of The 48 Laws of Power comes the definitive new audiobook on decoding the behavior of the people around you.

Robert Greene is a master guide for millions of listeners, distilling ancient wisdom and philosophy into essential texts for seekers of power, understanding, and mastery. Now he turns to the most important subject of all - understanding people's drives and motivations, even when they are unconscious of them themselves.

We are social animals. Our very lives depend on our relationships with people. Knowing why people do what they do is the most important tool we can possess, without which our other talents can only take us so far. Drawing from the ideas and examples of Pericles, Queen Elizabeth I, Martin Luther King Jr, and many others, Greene teaches us how to detach ourselves from our own emotions and master self-control, how to develop the empathy that leads to insight, how to look behind people's masks, and how to resist conformity to develop your singular sense of purpose. Whether at work, in relationships, or in shaping the world around you, The Laws of Human Nature offers brilliant tactics for success, self-improvement, and self-defense.

©2018 Robert Greene (P)2018 Penguin Audio

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"In this detailed and expansive guide, Greene (Mastery) seeks to … transform the reader into a 'calmer and more strategic observer', immune to 'emotional drama'. Those are lofty promises, but even skeptics will become believers after diving into Greene’s well-organized text. Overcoming the 'law of irrationality', for instance, leads to the ability to 'open your mind to what is really happening, as opposed to what you are feeling'. Greene’s thoughtful examination of self and society will, for the committed reader, deliver a refreshing and revitalizing perspective." (Publishers Weekly)

Reread this book once a year and practice

I cannot say that I've finished a lot of books during my not so far impressive 24 years on this planet. I used to do everything else but consuming(I use this word to combine reading and listening) books until recently I discovered Audible. I always knew about audiobooks but never really encountered a service of such convenience, quality and variety. And most likely I thought that spending money on books is a waste. Anyway, back to this particular book.

I honestly believe that this book will fit every single human on this planet. It spreads awareness about kind of things everyone knows about but perhaps never really thought through. It digs up your subconscious and makes you aware of it. It shows that you are good, by nature, but still struggling to find this good in the world. The main lesson of the book, at least for me, is that if you want to see changes start with changing yourself. It's so simple. And yet we need to listen to this 30 hours. It opens something for everyone because it compiles long history of observations, experiments, experiences and reflections in a nice, easy to understand way. What's also great is that Robert writers in a very practical way. First you recognize issue, then you become aware of it, then you learn how to deal with it and take action.

The books is simple. The laws are simple. But how important they are and how often we forget about them in our daily life. It's not about becoming an ultimate human being. It's about taking at least some action towards being better every single day. So, my advice would be to reread this peace of art once a year. Remind yourself of your nature, your roots and meaning. And become happier.

Read it at 1,25 x speed

Amazing piece of work, opens up your mind to a variety of ideas. It's packed with things that you did not know you knew, it objetively and scientificly disects the programming of what it means to be human.

In between these amazing points and to emphasize them, there are numerous examples and "tastings" of other great litterature and philisophy.

A must read for any person, will without a doubt read this many times through my life

A gem that everyone should read

A gem that everyone should read Amazing information. A must read for everyone. Robert Greene takes it to the next level by unfolding the good, bad, and ugly about human nature and gives you the tools to improve yourself and deal with others accordingly.

good job

absolute, terrific, palpable, uncomfortable, motivating, transcendent, linear, strengthening, transformative, best book on the shelves today.

The best of Robert Green.

Robert Green has a keen understanding of both history and psychology. He combines the learnings in a very interesting way for people who love both history and psychology. I’d venture to say this is Greens # 1 book.

“Smart people learn from their mistakes. Wise people learn from others’ mistakes.”

- Henry Gindt

Fantastic insight

What amazing insight into the human condition. Going to reread immediately. This should be required reading.

Absolutely Fantastic - a MUST read!

Robert Greene is, without a doubt, a genius in his own right. Probably one of the most insightfulI and powerful books I've ever come across. So much truth. If I had read this book 20 years ago and followed his guidelines as a "student of human nature", I am sure I would have avoided almost every tragedy and difficult situation in my life!

I truly believe this book has the potential to guide every human being ,who is willing to read deeply, with an open mind, and to engross themselves fully in the content (including doing the exercises), through life on the optimal path that is possible for them in this wold. As soon as my children are old enough, this is going to be one of our key reads & study.

A Million "Thank You"s to the author for sharing his powerful & engaging writing and idea, and equally to the narrator who is an absolute pleasure to listen to.

Easy to understand life skills.

Robert Greene has mastered the art of story telling and has a knack of conveying complex topics using easy to understand stories. This book reinforces my experience and gives a lens through which to see others action (including ours) in an impartial way.

Once you digest the details on human nature you can easily see through people and their motivation that led them to act in a certain way. And the beauty of this knowledge is, you catch yourself when you act in certain way and laugh at yourself ;).

Highly Recommended!!!

Compelling... Intense... Provides clarity to the world

This book uses history and prose to provide points of reference for 10,000 “Ah ha!” moments.

So deeply educational and enlightening. I will listen to this book several more times to reinforce and find new learnings.

Other than the Bible, I cannot think of another book which has so impacted my view of the world, and how I perceive others.

It provides opportunities for self reflection and growth, as well as understanding of the emotions and thinking of others.

Profound

This read is a legendary dive into the unpolished truth of the human experience, paired with abbreviated but timeless history lessons.