3 Books That Will Change Your Life

I read a lot of books, but these three books changed my life:
- The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli
- Journey to Ixtlan: The Lessons of Don Juan by Carlos Castaneda
- History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides
What books have changed your life? Let me know in the comments below.
Robert Greene is the author of the New York Times bestsellers The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, The 50th Law, Mastery, The Laws of Human Nature, and most recently, The Daily Laws.
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? where could i find these books

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[@stephanndon]

They have excellent books, all recommendations!

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[@antonijo112]

the book that makes me the most disciplined is "Unleashing discipline". It shares secrets about discipline even ancient egyptians and illuminati used to stay disciplined. I dont understand why its not so popular because its awesome and it goes straight to the point about that topic. I cant say how much thankful to the author. Unfortunately we dont know the author. I have only best things to say about this book.

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bro are you sure about the title i can't find the book, can you share a link or something?

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I couldn’t find the book either could you show us where to find it

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Name of the author pls?

[@StepUpLifeStyle]

I've just gone through 'Wealth's Loyal Companion: The Uncharted Path to Prosperity' and it's truly inspirational. This isn't just about financial advice; it's a guide to building a richer life overall. The personal success stories and practical tips are incredibly motivating. It sheds light on how discipline and ongoing learning can lead to real success. Definitely worth reading for those seeking a more fulfilling life journey!

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which book you talk about ?

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I'm too old to worry about a wealth book now.Maybe forty years ago it might have helped...

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[@satnamo]

Reading is like thinking with another person’s head

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[@kingrukki]

Great analogy

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Great!

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Facts

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True 🙂

[@edgardosantana]

Dear Robert, thank you so much for making this series of videos. I've been seeing your videos come up and I'm saving them for a nice brunch session to properly watch and enjoy them. I'm glad you mentioned Carlos Castaneda because it's been on my peripheral mind for a while now. I think the name came up a few times in some Aubrey Marcus podcast episodes as well and it piqued my interest. I think after you mentioning his work, it might be about time I delved into it as well. I'm excited to finally watch your other videos very soon. Best wishes Robert! 🙏

[@larrytangel3580]

Wow. Thank you Robert for honoring the Carlos Castaneda series. They might have made my top three, along with “Jonathan Livingston Seagull”, by Richard Bach; and “Stranger in a Strange Land”, by Robert Heinlein. I subscribe as soon as you mention Castaneda, and then chuckled that you picked my favorite philosopher and one of my favorite novelist. I look forward to reading your book. Thanks for this simple and engaging video.

[@Evolutioninthestars]

The 33 Strategies of War is my absolute favorite. It’s riddle with fascinating stories & how people overcome ‘impossible’ obstacles. Many of these lessons can be integrate into our daily lives. I read them in a slow pace to absorb the nature of each story. It’s too good to rush through. The Laws of Human Nature is another favorite. It goes well with having done shadow work for years. I love books that can be read over & over. They’re a refresher course and each time I read them I reached a profound truth and better understanding. I always get something about of these books. They’re PRICELESS. Thank you for your hard work and putting these incredible pieces of information together.

[@jeffmiller3499]

What's shadow work?

[@jeffmiller3499]

But I agree. I haven't read all of 33 strategies but ik it's gold

[@yuvrajpathak7850]

The moment you mentioned The Prince, owing to the level of attachment I feel towards you, I instantly found the book which has the most influence on me. I also love to write, to investigate, to learn about human nature. Thanks to Mastery, I know my primal inclinations so well. I meditate on the daily laws everyday. I keep revising the ideas from your books. Thank you Robert. You gave me the strength to navigate relationships and career.

[@asymon]

It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. The Prince. The late James Dean said this book changed his life 1950’s

[@gentleguide]

It makes me really happy to hear that you liked Carlos Castaneda’s books too. 🥰 I actually have a hard copy of Journey to Ixtlan. I find it impactful and full of wisdom that is still relevant today.

[@d.s.douglas1281]

Journey to Ixtlan is one of the Greatest Spiritual books I have Ever read !!! I was lucky enough to find that one first … It helped me So Much ..!!! I had the honor to see Mr. Castenada speak , But unfortunately the questions mainly centered around the use of , substance to achieve Nirvana, Not his incredible, Impeccable!!!🙌🏻🫶🏼 Deep Spiritual insight…!!! ThankYou ThankYou ThankYou Robert Green for your Impeccable Work !!!🤩🌟 What a Relief…💜

[@leeelliott7534]

I studied Ancient Greek in college and am always grateful that I did so. Also, Latin. I have to say that translating Thucydides teaches patience and intellectual tenacity. You will either master that page- long sentence or throw your Greek grammar out of the window. Classics used to be taught to instill mental discipline - I wish it were still the case. I would also mention The Gulag Archipelago as a book that has influenced my life. Castaneda is very important - he will be rediscovered. Thanks for this great video - I just discovered your channel! And your books are superb!

[@billthewhitebear]

@@CR-rm4iy By studying Ancient Greek you will learn inter alia and how to think better in your life and speak better your mother tongue. The grammar is incomparable. In China they are taught Ancient Greek. Greek monks taught Slavs their language and they still use greek letters in their alphabet. About employers, they seek clever people to work for them and not dumbs. Multilingualism is evidence of a smarter person. Try to learn Ancient Greek, a rather difficult language but it pays.

[@roopalivs6782]

Thank you Mr Greene. Your books are a game changer.... all of them 👍🏾✌🏾. You r unarguably one of the most influential writers of this century am sure. May you be blessed with good health and wealth so that we get more from you to learn n enrich our lives.

[@kimmi-d]

Thank you, Robert Greene! I have enjoyed two of your books and many of your youtube videos. You are insightful and helpful. As for the list, I am going to start with the Prince.

[@Andresv586]

Im so glad youre making youtube videos, your books have changed my perspective on life thank you

[@ankitn3524]

You just changed my life completely. I have undone all my learning in my life. When I listen to 48 laws and 33 strategies of war, which I do every month. I get completely transformed by those principles and I see immediate benefits when dealing with the world. Thank you for bringing this book to life. I was living in ignorance for the last 38 years of my life. But, I wish I was acquainted with those books in my teens and twenties. You have transformed my life completely. You are a Master and a true student of Power and Politics. Simply beautiful :)

[@jeffmiller3499]

You must read the laws of human nature then! It's arguably his best book. Although, you can't go wrong with any of them.

[@eddiegee2940]

Where can ii get this book?

[@colacurciolaw7745]

In high school, I was the only one to sign up for a class on John Stuart Mill or Henry David Thoreau...I don't recall which. What I will never forget is the teacher's offer to meet on Saturday mornings to read and discuss the book. What generosity! Thank you, Mr. Arkle; you changed my life.

[@normanleach5427]

You are his legacy.

[@seinundzeiten]

sounds like an amazing and generous teacher

[@uanditopia2239]

HOW? Details, or, at least a hint, please. (Unless, of course, you are writing a book about it.)

[@ejw1234]

Would a teacher's union even allow that today, unless there was a private tutoring arrangement?

[@aerosmith7175]

Matrix

[@jesseymarchlewski1048]

I bought a bunch of your books finally. I can't wait to read them. I've listened to you for a couple years now.

[@fayeek_]

The book that changed my perspective of life is the 48 laws of Power. I was so intrigued I read the Art of Seduction, and then Mastery. Since the first book 48 Laws of Power I have gone on to read about 100+ other books and continue to do so. Thank you Robert!

[@farhanazairy792]

I couldn't agree more. People e saying that the book is evil, but it is the truth. In the end it depends on what you do with the information that you receive. As for me, I became more aware on not becoming a victim. :)

[@andredelacerdasantos4439]

What's evil is trying to keep all those valuable lessons away from the general public.

[@jeffmiller3499]

Read the laws of human nature! You will wish you did sooner

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@@farhanazairy792 🙂

[@manuelagustin7719]

since thr human mind does not change any more than the humsn body...then circumstances swayed by human nature..are bound to repeat themselves...& men are bound to act in the same way ...unless shown to them that such a course ended disastrously.....thucydides

[@stevenschilizzi4104]

One book that has really changed the way I see the world (and myself!) is Joseph Henrich’s “The weirdest people in the world” (2020). How many times did I think, while reading it: 6:14 ”Oh hell, I didn’t know that! Or: Gosh, I’d never thought of that!” Or: “How wrong I’ve been all along!” - It’s a real worldview-changer, and you come out of it much enriched and mire curious about everything you see and hear around you.

[@KlingonPrincess]

"Man's Search for Meaning" by Frankl is the single book that influenced my thinking over all others

[@RAUL7487]

Imo is a coaching book.

[@silence3916]

Great book..

[@nickrobbins7704]

I Second that. defensive versus offensive strategy

[@jimiboi87]

I think it’s overrated. That being said, his journey of writing the book while in the camps and getting it confiscated and memorizing it and rewriting it over and over was very impressive - a testament to the will that can express itself through us.

[@abiral8384]

We have seen so much of holocaust movies that it seems and make you feel just like another movie. Still the concept of Logotheraphy is just awesome and praiseworthy.

[@benpedersen360]

One of the best podcast episodes I've ever listened to. Thanks to both of you.

[@abhibonalde173]

I feel blessed just by listening to you. Such a kind, loving, brilliant human. A gift to mankind. Thank you for existing. Thank God for you. Xoxo

[@donnamuller6460]

This is the first video I’ve ever watched of yours. As soon as you said the word “weird” I had tingles up my neck and thought, “Carlos Casteneda!”just before you said it. My husband, his brother, and I all read the set of four books in the 70’s and discussed them for years. I’ve never heard anyone else mention them since. Give the rest of them a try. We still have our set, along with our Zen and the Art by Robert Pirsig. : )

[@skinwalker_]

Nice episode I will definitely pick up the first two. I have ready Carlos Castanedas books and after that whole journey of reading them I came to the conclusion that what Don was trying to do was break us out of the illusion that what we see is what is and that there is so much more to life and spiritual life if we can only wake ourselves from this illusion. I was very moved by it. My wife did not think much of it so its definitely for the people who are seeking this knowledge even if its just a faint ember that needs fanning.

[@TrevorsLifeLessons]

Much love to you Robert Greene. I appreciate your guidance and mentorship 🙏🏽

[@bjosfbjosf1802]

Haven't heard of Carlos Castaneda in years and wonderful of you to mention him. Read the series of his books "Adventures of Don Juan" way back in high school and what a great adventurous ride. They changed me life as well. Thanks for the other recommendations as well.

[@et_bell]

Robert Greene's books are like moon tugging on sea, propels one into motion, gives one a new confidence to face the rigidly dynamic world. I cannot be more thankful for his writings.

[@franciscoramirezespanagarc7974]

I love Castañeda’s books. Journey to Ixtlan is one of the best!

[@alfonsorodriguez6437]

Mine are: Paideia, the ideal of Greek Culture (it is over 1200 pages long but worth it) by Werner Yeager, Dune by frank Herbert (Full of quotable philosophy the author came up wit by himself) and The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli (a great book in practical politics and power). Honorable mention: Starship Troopers by Robert Heinlein which short, to the point and if you can read between the lines it is actually about leadership not militarism and it makes great points about civic duty and Don Quixote (a story about fighting for ideals bigger than oneself at its central core and a critic of society in Spain at the end of the middle ages. These are the books that I first read in the late 1960's and really opened my mind.

[@polombo1]

Amazing video full of lessons and humility. Really inspiring. I am just so hyped to read lately. Will definetely dive deep into those you mentioned. Thank so much for your help!!

[@lailaalfaddil7389]

Success depends on the actions or steps you take to achieve it. Building wealth involves developing good habits like regularly putting money away in intervals for solid investments. Financial management is a crucial topic that most tend to shy away from, and ends up haunting them in the near future.., I pray that anyone who reads this will be successful in life!!

[@susannnico]

It took me 3 years to stop trying to predict what's about to happen in the market based on charts studying because you never know. Please, i need the help of your Investment advisor.

[@lailaalfaddil7389]

*ROCHELLE DUNGCA-SCHREIBER* is my portfolio-coach, I found her on Bloomberg where she was featured, I looked up her name on the internet. Fortunately I came across her site and reached out to her, you can verify her yourself.

[@susannnico]

God bless you for sharing!

[@erko78]

@@lailaalfaddil7389how much did she help you?

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@@erko78 10% is our bargain, but i suppose it all depends whats involved

[@ArjunKumar-rc7zr]

The way he praises each work❣️

[@nanannyse]

Robert, I can't believe that you too was so influenced by Carlos Castaneda. Well, we are from the same generation. When I was young this series was my guilty pleasure. My high school history teacher like others here told me to read Castaneda. My strict parents would have been stunned. I didn't take many illicit drugs, but I didn't need to. Carlos took me on some of the wildest trips imaginable and it helped me to be more open with my own experiences. Along with trying to listen to Ram Dass teach meditation thru cassette tapes, I never had to drop acid either. Ram had a really interesting mental pattern that was fascinating to follow. So thank you for the smile you put on my face for great memories this brought back.

[@krittikaomsingh6490]

One of the books that really made my mind more introspective definitely is The Laws of Human Nature. I cannot thank Robert Greene enough about it. It helped me see the narcissism in me and helped me get out of an abusive marriage.

[@PaganMan1966]

I am currently reading that and it is fascinating

[@andredelacerdasantos4439]

The Laws of Human Nature is a powerful blow to the self image of anyone who has a hint of openness. Unless you read it thinking it only applies to other people, which would make you a potent narcisist, by the end you should be taking a long, painful stare into the mirror. Great stuff.

[@klrdto3250]

Who was doing the abusing? (Please forgive my sense of humor)

[@jeffmiller3499]

​@@marjan992 Robert, the guy in the video.

[@jeffmiller3499]

Yes. It changed so much for me mentally.

[@Realtorbibek]

I am so grateful for your books. Thank you for reading all those Books I'm changing my life

[@moons_mind]

Getting to hear Robert Greenes book recommendations is a great privilege! Easily the best author of our times. Will gladly be picking up these books. Also not sure if its just me but I have my audio blasted to the highest setting on mobile just to hear so maybe audio tuning could help for future videos

[@olliew2932]

had to click on this as soon as I saw it

[@premiumcopywriter]

Hey Robert, thank you for posting. Hope you are well! Looking forward to more content!

[@drpamelamozingo4079]

Oooh I loved the Castaneda books! I read them as a 16 year-old in 1976. Love all your videos, thank you!!

[@grisdoteth]

Wow u brought up Carlos Castaneda, I have all his books and it was passed on to me at 12 and read all of them at least 10 times,, one of the best minds ever

[@laurad1487]

Interesting how much my own reading journey/books with great impact included and paralleled these. I would add discovering Camus in high school, especially The Rebel and the Myth of Sisyphus. There are some books that leave their indelible mark when you are young.

[@rohenry9962]

Glad you are posting regularly now. Keep the knowledge coming.

[@shanaroberson]

The Prince is one of my favorite books too-for the same reason, thought I hadn’t worded it that way. Now I’m giving it to my teenage son to read. Thank you!

[@user-ys4xh6qv9h]

I’ve learnt so much from you Robert! All of your books are amazing!

[@martuber7048]

Glad to see Castaneda getting some love. Don Juan's lessons and Carlitos's journey to yaqui wisdom have taught me a lot. Marvelous and beautiful adventures with a lot of inner truth.

[@kestrel09]

Reading Narziss and Goldmund, Herman Hesse, was particularly impactful for me. It crosses between opposing ways to live through its characters.

[@manwiththeredface7821]

1. Mastery by Robert Greene (this should be mandatory reading in 6th grade all around the world) 2. Dune by Frank Herbert (the most quotable fiction book I've ever read, this book doesn't simply entertain, it teaches about life and society) 3. Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk (thought provoking book about the inner workings of someone who is for all intents and purposes a prisoner of his own life)

[@izm4life]

1. Master by Robert Greene (this should be mandatory reading for 6th graders all around the world) 2. Dune by Frank Herbert (the most quotable fiction book I have ever read, not only does it entertain but it teaches about society and life) 3. Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk ( a thought provoking book about the inner working of some one who is for all intents and purposes a prisoner of their own life)

[@dbadaddy7386]

There is a line in one of the Dune books which says, more or less, that the bureaucrat that controls the permit you need controls your life. And folks wonder why, the more they demand from government, the more that government grows and they less control they have over their life.

[@terrycrews1760]

@@izm4life why did you just copy their comment and repost under their thread?

[@clublulu399]

Lol

[@arulmalarramsingh4817]

@@terrycrews1760 it helps for some one who don’t want to listen but want to know the content. I always browse comments if some one had summarized. I some time save snapshot and save it in my notes.

[@danielpalmer643]

Machiavelli and Thucydides would have been my guess. Dostoevsky is my favorite novelist too! Never heard of Carlos Castaneda, so I'll have to check that out. I didn't know Robert Greene studied ancient Greek, that's pretty awesome.

[@sayusayme7729]

Wow, looking forward to reading these. Thank you 🤍

[@asmaarafferty5032]

Good morning Robert, thank you for the video and all the great work you wrote I did read three of your books

[@TacosGod]

Robert Greene, you are one of the best living writers and thinkers of our time. Thank you for your work :)

[@vagos42]

And a good person,he wants to help us ☺️

[@freshstrt3140]

And one of the best living hearts! !

[@aperezto]

Jordan Peterson as well

[@tomdebevoise]

@@aperezto Not even close by any stretch of the imagination ....

[@davidgutierrez8795]

@@aperezto yup I agree

[@jacklabonte6839]

"Hero With A Thousand Faces" is a masterpiece. It both opened up the joy of story and how they are built, and also made it difficult to read another book without being able to just "know" or figure out where the story is going.

[@Actaeon2nd]

In this I discovered the myth that described a childhood trauma that changed my life so yes this is my most important book. My attempts at explaining what happened to me have been rejected by Wikipedia and others. No one seems to want to know or believe the real awful meaning of this myth.

[@markdhenderson1]

Great video. These books, and your reasons for loving them, say a lot about you. Thanks for sharing.

[@happylarry7533]

Thanks I started reading over 40 years old i've read three of your books so thanks for these new books to buy heres my list i've read so far The art of war The book of 5 rings 48 laws of power Art of seduction 33 strategies of war Mastery key system (just started this) Surrounded by idiots Chimp paradox A different drum The brothers Karamazov (I didn't know it was in two parts i have to get pt 1 then start reading) I went Sunday school then straight across the road to church when i was a kid so have to add The bible thanks again for your influence on helping me break down barriers.

[@Epicurean999]

I still can't believe He doesn't have millions of subscribers till now. Sir oozes wisdom every second of his life I feel❤️

[@tomdebevoise]

Hate to say it but millions of people are sheep....

[@stanis8431]

95% of the world is stupid. Tiktoks have tens of millions of views. Stupid is as stupid does.

[@susannnico]

This is financial advice and I never give financial advice: DONT LEAVE DURING THE BEAR. If you don’t want to invest…learn. If you don’t want to learn…build. If you don’t want to build observe. DO SOMETHING…other than leave. There is so much opportunity here. Take advantage!

[@lailaalfaddil7389]

Just because there are opportunities in the market doesn’t mean you should go in blindly. To understand the potential factors that contribute to your financial growth, I'll advise you to seek the help of a professional.

[@mgtowdemon8831]

You bots could have gone "beep boop" and would have convinced me you were less likely to be bots.

[@guharup]

What about whiskey?

[@Samuellwright]

​@@mgtowdemon8831 Dfkm 🤣

[@AbijahShorts]

The rawness of conversation I love those.

[@crillane]

Journey to Ixtlan is an amazing book. A teacher recommended it to me when I was in highschool and it's still one of my favourites of all times.

[@oooof6861]

I’d say all of Carlos Castaneda s books are top notch. But journey to ixtlan was the one I first read of the series.

[@alisonduggins]

These books changed my life. The lessons about personal power, self importance, and stalking your own behavior I still use today. I read the first one first, but continued on to read them all except the most recent 2-3. My favorites were The Eagle's Gift and The Second Ring of Power... honorable mentions are the one cited, The Fire from Within, and Tales of Power

[@Captain_Tiger]

Robert Greene - Sir - Please make more videos and write more books. We - your readers demand MORE of your great work and teachings!!

[@mediasmoker]

Demand?

[@Captain_Tiger]

@@mediasmoker Its a British expression. You wont understand it.

[@GuppyPal]

I've said this before, but if I were to make a shortlist 10 books I think everyone should read, Robert Greene is the only person whose name would appear more than once. Hard to pick a favorite, but 48 Laws, Mastery, and Laws of Human Nature are all three some of the most insightful and lifechanging books I've every come across. Always appreciate hearing you share your thoughts, Robert.

[@uzomaokereke1237]

Add the art of seduction

[@brianjanson3498]

The first important book I ever read in my teens was Machiavelli's The Prince. In high school, I had a Machiavelli t-shirt. My older cousin, who is a devout Catholic, almost shit himself when he saw it. My favorite professor at university recommended Thucydides History of the Peloponnesian War. I did read some of it. I should finish it. I had the Thomas Hobbes translation. In my 20s, I read almost everything by Nietzsche. I still feel he is the best thinker that I have ever read. I did read one book by Castaneda: The Teachings of Don Juan (?). I still remember the scene where he rubbed peyote (?) paste on his legs and was running and hallucinating in the desert. I haven't read enough Dostoevsky. I don't agree with the conclusions he came to. Later I really liked Camus, Kafka, Cioran, and Ligotti. Thanks for sharing!

[@user-pm3jm9ox3z]

Robert Greene, you are my favorite writer You truly change people's lives, expose people's lies and hypocrisy, and put people on the right path. I hope to God that you are always in good health and in the best condition.

[@MrRocksW]

The 48 laws of power is one of mine I read it at a very pivotal time in my life and it has stuck with me.

[@unimportanthomestead]

Same for me 👍

[@Sl33zytheclown]

I'm currently on law 44. Omg this book is amazing. I think it's made me a better person aswell.

[@unimportanthomestead]

@@Sl33zytheclown It will change your mindset and your body will follow. I haven’t listened to it in about 7 years but it is still impactful. That’s why my KZbin channel is how it is🫡

[@MosesRabuka]

I love Carlos Castaneda, it was the late Wayne Dyer who introduced me to his books through his lectures

[@godbyone]

Love dyer I love his thing traffic they are stuckI traffic his car was broken guy behind him blowing horn. He says hey you are better at this than me you fix car I’ll hold horn

[@AdelNoakes]

Flowers for Algernon touched my young heart so many years ago and still resonates with me.

[@tylerhaugen9401]

Castaneda's books are amazing. Incredibly undervalued in terms of perception/power, the structure of reality.

[@bruhlickd]

He is so humble, calm and clever. There's a huge sensibility inside this man, despite his realism.

[@robertcongdon6296]

Remembrance Of Things Past by Marcel Proust. Volumes so rich in every detail, so beautifully written. Proust can write an entire paragraph of stunning prose about a raindrop slowly falling on a window. I'm only about halfway through the 6 volumes, and it's been a very rewarding experience.

[@goumidihatem8007]

I'm really glad you exist mr green you changed not just my life but my whole family

[@celestinebennett212]

My favorite " The Art of Seduction", it gives you power, how to relate to people, how to talk to people, The second one was Mastery, and the last one is The 48 laws of Power..when you read these 3 books I promise you your life will change it will develop your business brain 100%..Knowledge is power...Thank you Robert Greene

[@waltsisson2880]

I read Carlos Castaneda years ago. In the first 2 drugs were a huge part of what he was writing about; Journey to Ixtlan, it seems he was recounting early lessons - without the drugs - and it was and is a fascinating story. Time to re-read that one!

[@japankasasagi]

I loved "The Journey To Ixtlan", such a magical book.

[@alittax]

Thank you for sharing your interesting recommendations!

[@marthatowler3057]

Robert I can listen to you talk for days 🤞

[@Not2CloseMotorsports]

"Power of the subconscious mind, Author Joseph Murphy", "Think and Grow Rich, Author Napoleon Hill", these two books helped me on this journey of self awareness, self understanding, self responsibility and accountability.

[@LudovicaParziale]

Power of the Subconscious Mind as well for me, along with Psychocybernetics. Didn't like Napoleon Hill's book much, lol. Got weird for me at the sexual energy part.

[@JefyHulse-yq9ph]

borlest - forbidden money books (thank me later)

[@amenop6083]

i cant find anything about this book, where'd you get it?

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@@amenop6083 Anyone with an answer?

[@TruFlyFox]

@@amenop6083 search: Borlest author. His was the first result.

[@TheMagneticEdge]

@@amenop6083most likely a bot promoting a crappy book using ambiguity as the selling point. I found it, it’s not free.

[@jhonnysins326]

They are paid , i cannot afford it

[@austinmesservy6112]

The Brothers Karamazov has had the biggest impact on me by far. It is NOT an easy read, but I'm telling you it is so worth it.

[@neekbot]

I just finished crime and punishment should I read that next?

[@aryantyagi6871]

​@@neekbot how's crime and punishment? I've tht book btt haven't start yet

[@austinmesservy6112]

@@neekbot Good for you, that's an excellent book! I certainly recommend Brothers K if you enjoyed that. Brothers K delves into a lot of the big questions and the chapter, "The Grand Inquisitor" is one of my favorite chapters of any book I've ever read.

[@doobymclean]

The Brothers Karamazov is hands down the best book I've ever read. Some parts are admittedly a bit slow but I didn't find it hard to read at all. The Grand Inquisitor is probably the best known story from it, but there is just so much more to it. I'm actually reading through it again right now, and just got through Alyosha's account of Zosima's stories. So good. Could not recommend it enough.

[@vimanaarchitects2151]

@@austinmesservy6112 the biggest shit is Dostoevsky's book.Read them in original Russian.Biggest shit ever. Such a religious bullshit.

[@jessicajeckman]

Yes! Carlos Castaneda's books have been life changing for me. I find myself most often recommending a book by Marlo Morgan called Mutant Message Down Under.

[@GiselleSali]

Robert Greene is a legend of our modern time, I will comment and support and buy everything this man produces, I’m so fascinated with his thinking.. I also cannot find any other author as interesting as him, I truly can’t, I just wish he would produce even more content, I can’t seem to get enough

[@orangewarm1]

He simply puts forward other people's thinking.

[@EnigmaWizard8000-xc3hd]

@Deephouse2133 Yeah pretty much with you there. He is up there with Jordan B. Peterson as well when it comes to the wisest men of the contemporary age we are currently living in.

[@andredelacerdasantos4439]

Its so good to see him in good health, I was very worried about him after his stroke. The fact he's already published another book after that and has another coming up is a miracle.

[@GiselleSali]

@@andredelacerdasantos4439 I’m also worried about that, I hope god gives him strength, he still has so much wisdom to share with us

[@MarkNOTW]

@@andredelacerdasantos4439 the veins in his neck look like high blood pressure

[@getstarted7168]

1. The Art of Worldly Wisdom -- Baltasar Gracian. 2. Meditations -- Marcus Aurelius 3. On the Shortness of Life -- Seneca These, may favos 4. On the Road -- Jack Kerouac (thrown in for good measure).

[@marcusdekker]

Indeed, also the soïcs

[@MichelJGrando]

Thank you very much for sharing this.

[@roberterdman7268]

I read one of Castaneda's books long ago, in college. Lot's of great insights about perception of reality and mind over matter - everyone should try the experiment of willing the second hand of a watch to stop or reverse itself. Do we see what we think we are seeing? Heading to Northern Italy this Fall, am going to have to dust off Machiavelli. Three great books that have blown my mind: 1. The brothers Karamazov. 2. New Testament of the Bible 3. One Hundred Years of Solitude. Honorable mention goes to Sun Zhu's The Art of War. Gonna have to check out Peloponnesian War - thanks for reminding me - shortlisted now.

[@ryokan9120]

Interesting! I really thought that Sun Tzu's The Art of War would have been on that list when you consider after The Prince, that book gets quoted most often in his books. Seeing Nietzsche and Dostoevsky mentioned tells me Greene has great taste in literature. Along with Thomas Mann, they just happen to be my favourite authors.

[@richard4991]

Tried reading the Prince several times, but I still found it way too brutal. Imo Sun Tzu was way more humane and sustainable.

[@lymphomasurvive]

@@richard4991Most people think of it as a manual, but you can also see it as an exposé.

[@hilairehouenangnon4300]

48 law of power changes my life forever very powerful and pragmatic book thank you Robert

[@Semnyi]

Wow the Journey to Ixtlan pick really surprised me. I love that series. The man of action stops the world!

[@eldnahym]

Thanks, I love Peloponnesian war, will have to check out 'The Prince" soon

[@Becarhodzic]

His most recent book The Laws of Human Nature is beyond next level!

[@distilledsanity4830]

The 48 Laws of Power changed my life forever. What an amazing book!

[@boxcarwillie83]

yes, me too!

[@lawxs9114]

How change?

[@distilledsanity4830]

@@lawxs9114 it helped me understand, myself, other people, human nature and how society operates. To me it's a book you don't just read, you study it.

[@lawxs9114]

@@distilledsanity4830 but you still poor?

[@unimportanthomestead]

@@distilledsanity4830 yes its a study, we’ll said 🤔

[@ericchristen2623]

Good selection. Will read your first 2 as I already read the Castaneda books...

[@valentinapetrasov9528]

So resilient and mindful! you are the best!

[@Nick-from-norfolk]

Erasmus’ “in praise of folly” definite recommendation. Extension of il principe, Castiglioni, Al Mulk, Xenophon cyropaedia and “Hieron the tyrant”

[@rodneyconstance8541]

I knew that The Prince would have been one of those books in your top 3books that changed your life. I came across that book in 2016 in the U.K. and it did changed my life as well. I am alsoba big fan of all your books and i can see the similar partterns from The Prince but just in a modern version. But what thing i could say about that particular book is that it was the basis for shaping the world into what it is today. Almost all world leaders have adopted some of the principles laid out in the prince. But my personal view of this book is it is a dangerous psychological tool. And i say this because Machaville understood all to well human nature and the visceral need to domimate and control. Everyone has an obsession with power simply because they want to live their daily lives indulging in pleasure avoid pain. So what Machaville did what simply laid out certain principles to achieve this. But in reality even though the principles are effective and efficient it can and will lead one down a slippery slope to self sabotage or destruction. To really understand this, you have to truly take into account what was happening to Machaville during the period in which the book was written and for whom the book was intended. During that period of his life he was at his lowest point because of the constant shift of power from the wealthy families at the time such as Medici.. So, Machaville was being snubbed and was not in the best times of his life due to his alignment and affiliations with families who were on the otherside of power. And it can be understood that when he wrote the book which was initially meant to be gifted to the Medici family he probably did not had good intentions. Knowing that because of their thirst for power it would have eventually lead to their destruction giving him the last laugh or satisfaction. But unfortunately the family refused to accept the book as a gift and it eventually ended up in the wrong hands influencing many leaders along the passage of time which is why we are living in such a violent and dangerous world today. Because everyone who has been influenced by that book is solely obsessed with power by any means necessary. It doesnt matter the means, once the ends is justified. I firmly believe we should start rejecting such way of thinking and promote more books that spread love, empathy and compassion for our fellow brothers and sisiters. Only then we will see a change for the better with everyone living in harmony.

[@HoldenNY22]

I havenot read the Prince, but Tahank for our Comment. Somoene earleir in the Commnet section mada comment about how Machavelli and some toehr books are great for conquering People and the Wlrd- being a Conqueror. A little unsetttling comment. People always use the term Machavevellian, but not in a good way. I, personalyh think there are too many people using Machivallean who are in positions of Power in the World. I appreciate your comment- Rodney Constance. I will need to read the book myself to understand the issues though. I did have a friend who knew a lot about Philosophy and he was a big Fan of Thomas Hobbes who may have similiar ideas, but I guess more Moral.

[@Sl33zytheclown]

Anything Mr.greene says I will follow to the T. Thank you for all your wisdom

[@noelplazo3404]

We read “The Prince 🤴 “ by Machiavelli in our Philosophy class as part of the requirements in Master of Arts 🎭 in Education major in Special Education at UP Diliman, Quezon City 🏙️ ❤

[@worldofameiso5491]

I have read that book by Thucydides a couple of times. I agree, a wonderful book. I would also recommend Herodotus- The Histories.

[@GeneOridonnDaemon]

I at 16 am studying Robert Greene the way he studies Machiavelli

[@cyberqueen777]

Thank God for language, writing and communication - something we take for granted but imagine if it didn't exist. Thank you Robert

[@Ensource]

swap god for evolution

[@moreddington6534]

what a relaxing voice he has . i can listen to him all day

[@greggturner4273]

Please can you do a video on avoiding scattered thinking? I noticed you said you are naturally very scattered. I feel the exact same way. Robert - I love your work, thank you. Gregg - 25, Bournemouth, UK.