“The most effective attitude to adopt is one of supreme acceptance. The world is full of people with different characters and temperaments. We all have a dark side, a tendency to manipulate, and aggressive desires. The most dangerous types are those who repress their desires or deny the existence of them, often acting them out in the most underhanded ways. Some people have dark qualities that are especially pronounced. You cannot change such people at their core, but must merely avoid becoming their victim. You are an observer of the human comedy, and by being as tolerant as possible, you gain a much greater ability to understand people and to influence their behavior when necessary” ― Robert Greene, Mastery
@AbdulGani986 жыл бұрын
Mind blowing... Great observation
@cnn787-i9e6 жыл бұрын
get rid of the background music... it's distracting
@thetherorist92446 жыл бұрын
sounds great when you own the army
@mwj53686 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant man, Robert Greene! He speaks flawlessly and with great insight! I am worried about his health. Is his health okay? I never heard of him before! Thanks for posting! How do you like the late great Dr. Wayne Dyer? Also how do you and/or staff like Eckhart Tolle? Just curious.
@YG1989Natty5 жыл бұрын
@Fried Bananas Yup!!
@waedjradi6 жыл бұрын
"When you change the way you look at things. The things you look at change."
@mrtruthhurts23075 жыл бұрын
Genius
@treversgoh5 жыл бұрын
Yōshanai 👍👍💕☘️🌿❤️
@fabioschneider59703 жыл бұрын
Does that include bed bugs ? ( for example )
@saymyname84193 жыл бұрын
y
@ramor47433 жыл бұрын
@@CarnivoreValley I guess it meant try to understand rather than judge according to your own limited set of beliefs....
@DontBeStatusQuo6 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene is brilliant. His books changed my life.
@Music4Marc6 жыл бұрын
Which book should I start with @Christoper?
@into96586 жыл бұрын
Marc Mobile They all teach you different things. I started with the most known book of him „48 Laws Of Power“. Read that carefully or start with his newest one „Laws Of Human Nature“.
@fazilmalik75226 жыл бұрын
Can you recommend some books of above writers or how to use
@carolellamuch95716 жыл бұрын
Christopher how did he change your life
@seclista6 жыл бұрын
@@fazilmalik7522 Jordan peterson
@cabragoon47466 жыл бұрын
Robert green is fast becoming my favorite author. And a cool human being.
@boldlysettingcaptivesfree75394 жыл бұрын
*Cabra Goon, I recently discovered Robert and have watched a few of his interviews. Based upon what I have heard him say, . . . it seems to me, . . . he is either ignorant of the spiritual realm, and the reality of the effects of spirits upon our lives, or . . . he is cognizant of same, yet being deceptive.* *Because he seems to be sincere in his beliefs, I believe he is simply ignorant regarding the spiritual realm. He could learn much, by searching You Tube for **_Secrets of the Demonic Realm - Power of Christ Jesus!_** He would also greatly benefit from going to the website referenced in the description of the videos.*
@elinikolai74934 жыл бұрын
@@boldlysettingcaptivesfree7539 Jesus was mad up.
@kdsenabulya85724 жыл бұрын
Once u read one book i ought to read hes cwhole catalogue
@danyalparacha17613 жыл бұрын
@@boldlysettingcaptivesfree7539 you've not read his books he's pretty religious (
@vembdev2 жыл бұрын
lmao I heard about Robert Greene from people in reddit, some ppl were writing how this guy is writing a lot of evil unmoral books that shouldn't exist and that made me want to look them up. I listen to podcasts of this guy for days and he only gives such amazing insight about all aspects of life and his books are so great and filled of so much interesting history. This guy just writes books encourage to improve everyones lives and understanding of the world and what is happening around us. What a great guy
@AshzxQuidYT6 жыл бұрын
You are a mystery to yourself, you dont even know who you are! Powerful! So true!
@loveofinquiry80676 жыл бұрын
Exactly why Philosophy is so important..to teach people how to think for themselves and question their beliefs.
@pettyx0086 жыл бұрын
I agree, but the way society is going is very sheeple mentality.
@thetherorist92446 жыл бұрын
Primal, natural behavior...we are animals who must become Human???.....all of the animals on the planet live together in unison.....HUMANS are a cancer that has screwed up the planet depleted the planet and resources , and caused the extinction of millions of animals and insects and fish and birds and has polluted the planet beyond repair with Nuclear energy and caused pain and suffering beyond imagination to our own kind with wars and poverty and greed .......We are natural animals, but we become HUMANS ???? Do you see a benefit in being human???? Please tell me....Thats what people always say they love animals more than Humans!! we should just stay animals
@davidtrevino52116 жыл бұрын
Love of inquiry So then are Buddhist monks the ultimate masters of the mind , emotions and human nature?
@loveofinquiry80676 жыл бұрын
David Trevino their working on it😉
@thetherorist92446 жыл бұрын
its always been sheeple mentality....thats what the bible talks about...SHEEP...it will never change...so start shepherding them in a positive way instead of RAP and SIMPSONS and Reality TV and INSTAGRAM...............@@pettyx008
@nomannizamani6934 жыл бұрын
This the man who changed my life. I considered him as a Guru.
@omphemetsechake28393 жыл бұрын
Siyakubongela😊
@BaebiDoll2 жыл бұрын
03:33 people are not observing people 05:00 Archilles Heel 06:26 you don't know why you are angry (you don't know the behaviour patterns from your deep self) "know thyself" 07:26 examine yourself (just like Dr.Joe Dispenza says "be the scientist of your own life") 08:44 look at people as part of nature, as individuals, don't take anything personally
@KravMagoo2 жыл бұрын
This is pretty basic stuff that I realized in high school. It took a lot of years of experience to hone it, but the ideas are fundamental to anyone who pays attention to the world around them. Of course, most people don't do that, which is the problem.
@mzansi47703 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene is taking me places in my life...what an author 💯💪
@manojsainihealthylife86746 жыл бұрын
The punch line is " our survival depends on how we relate to the other people "
@ArendJanV2 жыл бұрын
“You are a mystery to yourself. You don’t know who you are.” The truest words about the human condition ever spoken.
@herkhiles5 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene is so insightful. Just such a brilliant guy. Truly amazing.
@ripitup1235 жыл бұрын
I love how straightforward he is. The realist of them all.
@ChessMasteryOfficial6 жыл бұрын
*Conditions are never perfect. 'Someday' is a disease that will take your dreams to the grave with you.... If it's important to you and you want to do it 'eventually,' just do it and correct course along the way..*
@SeanJung6 жыл бұрын
😀
6 жыл бұрын
Its all about living in the eternal present. I am not a fan of prophecy anymore. This existence is way too dynamic than my being can interpret. Plus I have followed dork organizations whose sole purpose is to indoctrinate for their gain.
@jonnysith5 жыл бұрын
Amidst the turmoil of events, do not lose your presence of mind: the counterbalance strategy - 33 Strategies of War, Robert Greene
@Aurosis5 жыл бұрын
- Tim Ferriss
@officialconoussierx16644 жыл бұрын
exactly #conoussier_x peace
@USAcit2 жыл бұрын
Ive always felt compelled to understand ME and others. Emotional regulation was a challenge in my childhood. As an adult i Received a Criminal Justice undergrad degree and now a master's degree in counseling psychology. I'm still learning. I strive to learn daily and listen to self help KZbin videos to keep myself up to date and to remind / refresh my mind on everything that I may already know; however continue towards self-improvement. It's an ongoing journey. The natural human brain tends to use its lizard brain if we don't stay conscious and aware of our emotions. Keep them in check. Treat yourself kindly and be patient and strive towards a better you. Good luck everyone.
@MichaelLynMusic6 жыл бұрын
Thats got to be the most informative 9 minutes I have heard in my 50 years of life...! Wonderful Work Sir!
@Chiithecreative3 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene’s books changed the quality of my life ❤️
@boledle3 жыл бұрын
I've been introverted and introspective my whole life, but it hasn't helped me; it's embittered me against a world that rewards gregarious, social and political game players
@m.yousuf29203 жыл бұрын
but if you want to live , you must accept lt, otherwise it will create problems throught your life
@jessicasommer323 жыл бұрын
So will you change your approach to solve your problems? Research successful introverts to fix your bitterness? Also don’t confuse anxiety and shyness with introversion. Research that.
@CONEHEADDK3 жыл бұрын
Lance Armstrong "won" - but did he.? The rules are the rules, and some get away with not playing by them, while others don't. M. Yousuf says it, as it is. And - it doesn't matter AT ALL, if you become a winner. What matters is, not becoming a looser. As JP says: "Hell is described as a black bottomless pit, because no matter how bad things are, they can always be worse".
@mitfreude3 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene and Carl Jung really did change my life... I love both of you!!
@Thisisfifty3 жыл бұрын
Robert makes a valid point. Multiply the influence of tech by parental coddling and PC culture and you have a young person so far gone from their basic survival instinct, that it takes something major to get it back.
@fahmidhassan78454 жыл бұрын
One of the smartest human being alive on the planet earth♥️ RG
@susymay78313 жыл бұрын
"The number one problem I find that they have (the people I consult for) is their inability to understand the people they are dealing with," Robert Greene
@musiciohann2 жыл бұрын
Oh wow. What an amazing speech. So much truth (at least for me) in one video. Now the cool stuff begins. Not just accepting it and saving it on a playlist. Watching it again, put it into practice, find how to simplify it, how to expand on it, let it sink in, respectfully debate it, link it with other areas, enjoy it, making it a tool for my development and maybe others along the line, yet letting go of ego and the attachment to it. Oh wow.
@gendoruwo63222 жыл бұрын
I thought I did nothing wrong, yet everything got messed up... Looking back at it now... I really could have handled it better. That the world is not just about doing the right thing, it's also about people. Had I understood people better... thanks Mr Greene... I really needed that speech.
@rodneythompson97046 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene you are one of many in a sea of profound understanding.
@FABIOh19765 жыл бұрын
Absolute Motivation, nice job. This video was more compelling than the original one. The soundtrack and the images you chose are perfect for the message.
@neisserburgos42735 жыл бұрын
Incredible!!! Robert is an amazing author.
@glickstein016 жыл бұрын
Great video Robert. Your work in explaining human irrationality and compulsive behaviour is a great help in enabling us to forgive ourselves and put in place strategies to avoid future negative decisions. Understanding ourselves and others really helps in putting into practice the patient acceptance needed to lead a good life.
@ravisraje6 жыл бұрын
।। स्वाध्यायान्मा प्रमद: ।। स्वाध्याय meaning 'study thy self', meaning of above Mantra. 'never procrastinate to study thy Self'.. Antiquity Mantra of Indian Civilisation from Vedas.... 🙏🙏🙏
@n.d80014 жыл бұрын
People organize their lives their work their families around their core values be it compassion or power hungry ,competitive or cooperative and so on. Know their values know their lives.
@hitoyota4runners5 жыл бұрын
Very insightful!! I understand where & what he’s trying to say. But it becomes very frustrating when you want others around you to wake up, yet they prefer to be sheeples instead. This is why I’ve become a reclusive, with a very minimal amount of friends. Way too many times I’ve observed this “all about me mentality” & it’s so sad!! We need to change/ we need to make a change or else things wio only get worse!! Steh blessed ppl & steh woke, pls!! Alohaz & malama pono (take care) 😊🤙🏽
@testingpurpose26373 жыл бұрын
Looks at people as Facts of Nature... this is so profound..
@Labrynthetic6 жыл бұрын
The piano is what I came for, But it's hard to hear over Green's voice.
@artbyanna5445 жыл бұрын
What's the music?
@PracticalInspiration6 жыл бұрын
A great video. We're a great network of individuals, when one individual takes action they influence those around them, but likewise when another individual takes action, they too are influenced. Think of it like drops falling into water, one drop causes a ripple effect that impacts the water surrounding it, but when multiple droplets fall, multiple ripple effects are created.
@thetherorist92446 жыл бұрын
Primal, natural behavior...we are animals who must become Human???.....all of the animals on the planet live together in unison.....HUMANS are a cancer that has screwed up the planet depleted the planet and resources , and caused the extinction of millions of animals and insects and fish and birds and has polluted the planet beyond repair with Nuclear energy and caused pain and suffering beyond imagination to our own kind with wars and poverty and greed .......We are natural animals, but we become HUMANS ???? Do you see a benefit in being human???? Please tell me....Thats what people always say they love animals more than Humans!! we should just stay animals
@everythingnessawesomeness58864 жыл бұрын
I want to give him a hug, he has no idea what is possible, yet!.
@JJ-gy3wy6 жыл бұрын
Oh my God, I never heard anything so beautifully right. Thank you for sharring.
@thaboshikwambane6 жыл бұрын
Arguably the best video explaining this book. Robert should use this video everywhere. This is great👌🏽
@omphemetsechake28393 жыл бұрын
Sho TMan...
@chungniataitalo87933 жыл бұрын
Robert is a figure for us for success in our lives and to achieve others and success in life
@AbsoluteMotivation3 жыл бұрын
He truly is one of a kind and much of my success I owe to his books.
@acos216 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene's brilliant words were tainted by the usual emo piano music and stockphoto images. When will this trend come to an end?
@jpgrumbach85625 жыл бұрын
I know only one channel with good content and without this horrible shit (the high emotion pictures) and that is Big Think.
@supersaiyanhero-adams26675 жыл бұрын
The nine solfeggio frequencies cured cancer in sixteen out of 16 terminally ill cancer patients with in 70 days and they are accompanied by a deep tranquility creative insight and experiences of Ephoria
@jerryweber17685 жыл бұрын
The B.S. images are the worst. I just try to hear whoever speak.
@matthewmaguire35543 жыл бұрын
When Brian Eno and arts house filmmakers take over.
@DwayneABryan3 жыл бұрын
“The most effective attitude to adopt is one of supreme acceptance."
@Pùky2944 жыл бұрын
The way Robert Greene lays it out is Only the Realest way
@radcow6 жыл бұрын
He's right about narcissism hes very right about basic psychology as I've met a lot intelligent that know nothing about people & psychology in fact some where even scared of it Knowledge is power & psychology is mother of all power
@lizjlewis382 жыл бұрын
The Empathy in this Man is Astonishing!!
@kavijackson8686 жыл бұрын
Wow! This man is the truth!
@arisgod27495 жыл бұрын
As a manager the first thing I look when hiring a person is how well they accept everyone and how well they communicate. Do they smile genuinely, would people be drawn to them. Then comes the job skills.
@jonnysith5 жыл бұрын
nj
@roses65643 жыл бұрын
Ridiculous to think that "how well they accept everyone" is a good criterion for hiring. The key to is hire people who understand themselves and others well, not who accept people indiscriminately and who 'smile genuinely.' Such smile is either the fruit of naivete (if not dumbness) or the result of phoniness. You want intelligent, competent, wise people - not dumb social animals.
@Dat_Dude_Danny16 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thanks for posting this!!
@kocerarif5 жыл бұрын
He is the sum of all ancient philosophers and modern humanistic sciences.
@vers3z3 жыл бұрын
I agree as I have examined that most people lack social awareness and have very narcissistic personalities, almost most of it being thanks to social media and technology usage
@cailarchitectatopks6 жыл бұрын
At least 99% of successful people breath and drink water at least (but not limit to) once a day.
@IDEALCONFIDANT3 жыл бұрын
The combination of the music and Robert Greene’s voice makes this video so watchable. I would love to know how to edit my videos like this.
@curellasays5 жыл бұрын
my 2 fave Roberts in the world, both born in 1959 & Taurus. Robert Smith of the Cure & Robert Greene
@DEE-qu5mc6 жыл бұрын
This man makes a lot of sense, I like his thinking.
@dougmcclelland61395 жыл бұрын
Yes Robert is right on on the fact that too many leaders understand the functional side of their leadership role, but do not know how to understand the behavior nature of the people they lead. This often is because in the advice they were given by their family environment, people relations are not really taught. It is severely mistaken that they will just learn this naturally thru life experiences. As Robert has said in many of his writings, a big part of people relations is for leaders and all of us, to learn to be more humble and truly learn how to listen to the people they work with. This often means crossing a cultural bridge to learn on how other people grew up and how they have come to have such vast variety of differences of opinions.
@cUser6916 жыл бұрын
His books are on-target. Frank, informative, and interesting. "Impact Theory" podcast/youtube with Tom Bilyeu where you've noted this snippet comes from are fantastic as he's a great interviewer. I've listened to the same guests interviewed by other well-respected interviewers and Impact Theory always manages to glean something extra...there's always a deeper question, a probing, and a great verbal exchange/intellectual intercourse. (And no, I don't know Impact Theory. Just a viewer). HIghly recommend you visit the source to get not only snippets but full exchanges of his guests. Life illuminating.
@jeffyneedsanap6 жыл бұрын
Very moving. The music is beautiful and really brings this video to a different level. Kudos to the composer!
@newweaponsdc6 жыл бұрын
Amazing, thank you so much for sharing!
@fastestmanon3legs4546 жыл бұрын
48 LAWS OF POWER! 👏🏼
@RTC16556 жыл бұрын
Yes, that's right. But sometimes you have to cut people off. You just can't be everybody's friend.
@susymay78312 жыл бұрын
Hidden gem talk by Robert Greene! 💎
@jayneweaver86953 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this, really ❤️ very appreciated.
@12as860 Жыл бұрын
Best advice ever... Hats off sir
@nodozhit2 жыл бұрын
Well said. And that's pretty much like the synapse of my own philosophy and viewpoints.
@iwnunn79995 жыл бұрын
Take control of how u respond to other's emotions. It's the ONLY thing you can control.
@ayoutubechannel56303 жыл бұрын
Finally he's getting some recognition.
@forrestwheeler9163 жыл бұрын
You nailed it . I want to hear more . Thank you
@AbsoluteMotivation3 жыл бұрын
You’re most welcome! Thanks for watching the video!
@Bricklinsv19706 жыл бұрын
I was already thinking like that. Some good insight there.
@tinicoleofficial6 жыл бұрын
Bricklinsv1970 same here
@kashmeera67862 жыл бұрын
Wow. Such powerful words. Thanks for sharing your wisdom
@petiobg5 жыл бұрын
99.9% of successful people know how to recognize a click-bait title
@estebansteverincon71174 жыл бұрын
So you're not successful.
@jaalecumar8104 жыл бұрын
where did you learn click-baits?
@toxxinvevo93544 жыл бұрын
There’s a difference between click bait and marketing tools.
@juanaloulehoux4 жыл бұрын
Clicked the video just to congratulate on the click bait lol
@tim5724311 ай бұрын
It is possible that a click bait title would have real useful content. Ideally I would be able to get an opinion before spending the time to watch the video. Can't get the opinion from the summary because I can't tell who is a troll. 😢
@nicholaskearney6782 жыл бұрын
Facts of nature, just leave and now wisdom,as I have done, to love, laughter , frail human joy...
@svperuzer5 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene is absolutely fucking brilliant!
@edluisrivera33175 жыл бұрын
Robert is truly a genius!
@MikeJohnCore6 жыл бұрын
yo the first thing he said is so real... 'its like we're animals and we BECOME human'. that's so true. we're uncivilized af. if everyone self-disciplined we'd be the dopest planet ever
@yassinelamarti41573 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene is a legend !
@AbsoluteMotivation3 жыл бұрын
Agreed! We love him, he always has sage advice to part in no matter what interview he is a part of.
@aimeevandijk42063 жыл бұрын
This is very well edited
@empowermph6 жыл бұрын
..maybe my aspie mind..I never had the compare & judge myself in contrast to others thing, nor the motivation based on other people's negativity & doubts..I just want, what I want, in this life. I guess also as an aspie, I've noticed my behavior is different from the majority of others around me, & the social aspect can be sketchy, but it comes with advantageous pros that they can't even imagine, so I say to myself 'fvk what they think, they can't even ______' & this is always in self-defense..I've never in my life initiated this. the company we keep, environments, so crucial to our experience here.
@ericab90505 жыл бұрын
I wish he was my father 😢 Such a wise person, thank you Robert Greene, I wish you love ♥️
@conspiracyortiz16605 жыл бұрын
I'll be your father.
@aliahmedt.v98375 жыл бұрын
I'll be your father too
@littleangel182 жыл бұрын
I love Robert Greene.
@capitalcityciphers6 жыл бұрын
We have to start looking at ourselves more so than ever cause we are lost here and we need to find ourselves. Se need help and only we can save ourselves from ourselves both individually and collectively!
@tsich32266 жыл бұрын
This is incredibly interesting. I struggled with the beginning/animal part, but give it time. I actually love it.
@motivationpouretudier24606 жыл бұрын
It's the same thing in a compagny. When employees don't make conversations and are stick to their technology, it's bad. We need social environment in a compagny or you will get to your workplace with a different mindset. We are created like it and if we do the reverse, it can't work. Even if you like being alone and doing your things, you will ask for social too
@aqibhussain60315 жыл бұрын
beautiful man and he,s way of talking looks also beautiful very intelligent man
@kriskringle61736 жыл бұрын
If I had 3 wishes people skills would be #1 on the list. IQ and perfect health. You wont have to wish for a 4th because youll be able to gain everything else. You dont want to be given wealth and success. You want to earn it. Youll build strong trust worthy circles while doing so. Everyone will know who you are and you will feel fulfilled. Accomplished. Youll belong. Everyone will have a connection with you through the trails by fire. And if youre smart then itll be pretty easy..just takes time. You dont wanna rush through life. You want to enjoy all the little things. All the variables that are the building blocks. The corner stones of the life you have and share with the people around you.
@mohammadchavoshi55683 жыл бұрын
it is one of the most breathtaking clips I have ever seen. many thanks for sharing
@danyavilaoficial3 жыл бұрын
The moment we realize all the time we have left “to be” who we really wanna be dims out at every second, mundane things lose value, we soften the relationship with love ones and we can also aim better to fulfill dreams left behind
@AbsoluteMotivation3 жыл бұрын
Powerful words, Dany! Thanks for watching, hope you enjoyed the video .
@MichelleASamiee2 жыл бұрын
This 💯
@truthseeker97013 жыл бұрын
Every liberal and democrat needs to hear this speech and learn from this man!
@brent40732 жыл бұрын
So true, liberals and democrats, in my experience, have been the most narcissistic selfish people but they virtue signal that they are good but they really just want free stuff from the government
@christin10952 жыл бұрын
What's the purpose of the piano playing in the background.
@mrscntry13 жыл бұрын
Powerful, yet simple, basic...the way I BELEIVE God intends us to be...look at ourselves, each other with love-individually...human.
@nicholaskearney6782 жыл бұрын
Greatness, is brain but human nature; what do you need? What do we need too do? Aroha from Christchurch, Canterbury University, needs you.
@JumpRopeVeteran5 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene is a genius and a wonderful writer.
@empowermph6 жыл бұрын
..i notice this pattern..highly emotional based decision making..but when I ease my mind thru chill meditation isolation..I ponder & focus on the right decision. we're here to evolve out of the animal realm of eat, fvk, sleep..& this is also aligned with the common denominator of success..tech singularity, etc. if we can control emotionally eating & fvking..I see it all around in others..their lives are all about eating &/or sex..but the 1% who put creative purpose into action, as their center focus, they excel pass the animals, in health, wealth & happiness.
@k_per3 жыл бұрын
Perfect video to start the day
@lorikgian3 жыл бұрын
Robert you are so damn right ...
@flynancialanalyst3 жыл бұрын
very relevant in America's current environment
@AbsoluteMotivation3 жыл бұрын
that is true
@leonardocitton46276 жыл бұрын
He said you never have to take things personally, am I right?
@connaghananthony6 жыл бұрын
@@justanaturaldisaster 😂😂😂 very good
@markymark21916 жыл бұрын
my problem is that ive been thinking this way since i was little and i question everything and its damaging my mental health
@sasmills5 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you're a natural scientist. Find friends who you see in difficult situations who won't hurt you... And use that brain of yours to serve others. You'll feel happier
@sanfordjessop59566 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@bustajalofficial35673 жыл бұрын
I always ask myself as a future motivational speaker this question, would people one-day watch me on TV giving an inspiring speech to the next generation like this? This is the question I usta ask myself every morning when I woke up on my bed before I can do anything, sorry English isn't my English language it's the second language, so if you can't understand something that I've written, it's just a matter of that reason if you understand it that is cool!
@martinmaher81293 жыл бұрын
Nice video, great content, somewhat spoiled by the clickbait title.
@ELIASGTR2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant man
@dwcleary86946 жыл бұрын
Robert Greene - great speaker...but the background music just gets in the way. It's a distraction and an annoyance.