Dangerously Honest Advice from History’s Most Controversial Philosopher

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In this video, we explore the life and philosophy of the controversial fifteenth century writer and philosopher Niccolò Machiavelli. His book, "The Prince," forever changed political science and how humanity considers the nature of good, evil, and effectiveness.
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[@shortykean4071]

Great tips. I also suggest reading a book 'Casanova: Path To Success'. It's a short read, but it gives key tips on self-improvement, assertiveness, how to attract people you want in your life, men's style and fashion... Everything you need to know as a man.

[@Sam.op1]

Who's the author bro

[@Rainydevi69]

Who is the author?

[@boogiem0nster]

I'll give this to my trans brothers. They need it most.

[@pineappletreetrunk5261]

Machiavelli was a disappointed idealist. He was a proponent of the Florentine Republic and was tortured for his beliefs. He saw that humans act in ways that were and are not in accordance with what they preach. He simply held up a mirror to society and that society didn’t (and still doesn't) like it.

[@wmpx34]

No one likes people pointing out their hypocrisy, I guess

[@mikitz]

'Don't do as I do, do as I preach.' Cognitive dissonance can be very unsettling, especially once you notice it in yourself.

[@supersonictumbleweed]

Unfortunately we built the Torment Nexus from the book "Don't build the Torment Nexus"

[@DreadPirateRobertz]

@@pineappletreetrunk5261 wholeheartedly agree

[@lawrup]

​@wmpx34 you mean what they do in Bohemian Grove?

[@justfrolikin]

Despite being unsettling,I love that the intent behind the book remains ambiguous. Personally I do not se Machiavelli as amoral, rather a pessimistic pragmatist who recorded what he observed around him.

[@michaeldavid6832]

Yep, a prescription based on observation. His book is just codifying truisms that any political person must adopt to succeed over others who will certainly use them.

[@Some_who_call_me_Tiim]

"I'm not saying it's right, just saying it happens."

[@Some_who_call_me_Tiim]

​@@michaeldavid6832I disagree with "must" obviously the tactics do happen and will continue to happen, one can be aware of them and guard against them without the necessity to implement the tactics.

[@maninthemirror9732]

I agree with you! More than anything else "The Prince" represents a scathing yet honest observation of key aspects of human nature! Personally I love philosophy especially ones that are similar to Neoplatonism, but have come to understand some years ago that while high virtues are idolized in the collective human psyche (as seen with religions, superheroes etc.), it is more often times than not those who are most willing to employ Machiavellian tactics that reach the highest rungs of society! Humanity as a whole and especially a small demographic of humanity can develop an extreme desire to have POWER, usually more so as an ends within itself rather than as a means to achieving something greater than the desire itself! When you mix this in with pride, selfishness, greed, cunning, manipulative etc. It means that there will probably never truly be peace on Earth unless something extraordinary takes place within humanity, to facilitate some sort of universal harmony.

[@Some_who_call_me_Tiim]

@@maninthemirror9732 I think that's just the unfortunate reality that powerful positions attracts the type of people who crave power. Not that power corrupts but that the corrupt seek power.

[@dailyrepsofficial]

Assumptions of inferiority are often self-imposed barriers. As Socrates said, 'To find yourself, think for yourself.' Embrace your worth and challenge limiting beliefs. Your true potential shines when you trust in your own capabilities.

[@briananderson9164]

I'm going through some professionally challenging times and needed to read this. Thanks.

[@dailyrepsofficial]

@@briananderson9164 welcome

[@liamdoes8580]

I realized how much I do this recently. I instantly assume everyone thinks the worst of me no matter who they are. Recently I've tried to think they think the best of me and my reactions from people instantly changed for the better

[@genius3121]

Your god-damn right

[@youbetyourwrasse]

Yet Plato reports Socrates sage defense of Eugenics. :D Because hey, some folks are BORN INFERIOR and should not be a burden upon the State [ref: The Republic.] Personally here I think Socrates was ripping off the famous inscription at Apollo's Temple (as a nod to the Oracle at Delphi:) *KNOW THYSELF* ∞

[@DreadPirateRobertz]

"theres only 3 things to do in prison; workout, play cards, and cause trouble." "What did you do?" "Me? I read." "What'd you read?" "Machiavelli" -A Bronx Tale

[@7fall]

Those who read (actual books, not university/college-required) have a much deeper understanding of reality. They cannot be fooled, for they think for themselves and their desire to know the truth outweighs any reward or punishment this world wishes to bestow- for it isn’t their place to give or take, nor can they truly give or take anything from you.

[@sammclone3967]

Dude could read but couldn't count so good obviously

[@DreadPirateRobertz]

@@sammclone3967 it was kinda part of the joke.

[@joe-zj8js]

I gave my girl the door test. "If she doesn't reach over and lift up that button, she's a selfish broad and you're seeing just the tip of the iceberg. What about all the beautiful things you said about being one of the great ones? Bullsh*t kid, the door test, that's what counts."

[@angrygopnik2317]

be kind but set boundaries; be patient but be assertive when required

[@nicolebogda1482]

I need to hear this daily. Turned 50 & can honestly look back & say kindness & being nice has been my largest personal flaw.

[@Milestonemonger]

Same. I'm 59, and I'm just learning how to be assertive.

[@quill444]

Nearly Seventy Years for me: Your Fifty Years of Self-Described Kindness, well, it's a START, not a flaw. _If it's sincere, we should have heard of one another by now. Carry On!_ - j q t -

[@dbrice71]

I'm 53 and I will not stop being a kind, loving, and loyal person. I've been let down and betrayed by many, especially my wife of 17 years recently. But, I am who I am and it's ok.

[@lawofliberty3517]

Kind and nice are NOT the same

[@caterpillar6666]

false. you can still be kind while being assertive!

[@Delibird411]

Thank you for giving me a reason to be a decent human being again. For awhile I've been so disgusted with the thoughtlessness and inconsiderate, self-serving behaviors of others that I gave up on being considerate of others. Why should I always get the short end of the stick because everyone else lies, cheats, steals, breaks rules, and so on, and here I am getting screwed over because I abide by the rules. But you're right, if everyone sucks, then the world is not worth living in. Thanks.

[@BOBNo-n7u]

Remember that not everyone else is evil. If you wish to be just, then punish the guilty but never the innocent. Don't simply assume a stranger is guilty, cheat them, and then get angry when they react likewise. Be strong and wise enough to be good first and to be vigilant not just of other people's evil, but of those who are good too.

[@roderickcortez138]

It's already not worth living in.

[@mikeg1433]

⁠@@roderickcortez138That’s a very subjective opinion though and I hope it’s only a temporary one. Why isn’t it worth living?

[@jonmustang]

To me, being a pessimist about the world is exactly why one might become an optimist about Spirit. In the video, it noted that Jesus was a practical failure… But that’s the whole point of spirituality. It’s not about succeeding in the world, it’s about overcoming the world spiritually. It’s a huge paradigm shift, but very much in keeping with our modern notions of simulation theory or the matrix. Once you realize, spiritually or consciously speaking, that the world is a kind of dream or simulation, then pessimism, suffering, and dispassion become the fuel for awakening.

[@BOBNo-n7u]

@@jonmustang it's also foolish to say Jesus was a practical failure too, since the greatest and most popular religion ever is built directly off his actions. His goal was to save souls and make people better, and no one in all of history has outdone him in his goal

[@darinschmerin76]

You can be kind without being nice. Life is all about balance. You can be vulnerable without being an idiot. Just align your character in the middle and you will be just fine.

[@krejziks3398]

no, you should be yourself, even if you're "bad" like a narcissist or sociopath.

[@jindipity4772]

@@krejziks3398 So you mean even pedophiles?

[@Itsmefreg]

I'm actually the main character

[@splitfries69]

OH GOD LOL

[@brettwilliams124]

Well you should fire your writers cause this chapter sucks

[@Itsmefreg]

@@brettwilliams124 nah it's part of the plot

[@Androlaxy95]

Do you come with any good buffs or special items?

[@ranelsmusic]

​@@brettwilliams124ouch

[@SneakySteevy]

Many people are confused between being nice and being kind. Kindness involve some kind of honesty & reality elements that can be perceived as negative by weak minds.

[@mimszanadunstedt441]

Kindness is not weak. Sometimes it entraps.

[@SneakySteevy]

@@mimszanadunstedt441 I didn’t said kindness is being weak. Did I?

[@malapertfourohfour2112]

Semantic nonsense, buddy

[@SneakySteevy]

@@malapertfourohfour2112 need attention buddyyy? What is the point of your post?

[@malapertfourohfour2112]

@@SneakySteevy what's the point of yours?

[@Galvorn11]

Worst person ever is the narcissistic who actually believes he or she is good and decent human being when they are only masking.

[@travist6345]

What’s this kind called?

[@j5555785]

The hardest part of virtue and truth is that it is unprofitable in the world. If you choose virtue and goodness you will likely loose at this life - because the wickedness of the world hates virtue and rewards the selfish. It's like that stupid Pearl Jam song, "way down here the wicked rule this world." I've never forgotten that line, it runs through my head all the time. It's true.

[@lawofliberty3517]

You do know the bible is truthful. This world is run by the prince of darkness.

[@j5555785]

@lawofliberty3517 absolutely, and the truths in the Bible are also terrifying if we read them correctly. It's a survival mechanism that we do not see the world for what it is. We would all have sever PTSD if we saw the spiritual truths at all times.

[@rachaelbailey194]

This is brilliantly worded [Until the Pearl Jam part haha But that also stuck out to me because I am a huge fan as well!]

[@merxj]

That's a weak and unproductive excuse for not pursuing virtue. Virtue is not at all unprofitable. It only makes the road to profit harder, but that's why it's a virtue. If virtue was easy we wouldn't be talking about it. Secondly, I assume you are talking about material profit or power or any of the other overvalued material aspects of our modern world, but if you broaden your scope there's plenty of areas in life where being virtuous is hugely profitable.

[@j5555785]

@@merxj Is it not the excuse employed every day by the wicked? Also, where is virtue profitable

[@phyrr2]

The point is, if you're willing to be pragmatic for the (actual) greater good, then yes you have to break rules, commit evil, etc. Psychos and Narcissists will always have the advantage because they operate this way (but without pursuing anything 'good'). If you want to compete, you have to be able to work on their level. It requires a reworking of your internal beliefs. You can still have good values, but you have to change how to see the acquisition of the outcomes pursued by those values. You can't see everything as A to B transactional - you better plan beyond Z like it's 4D Chess.

[@Adam-ui3yn]

Machiavelli's work reminds me of the effect of findings in evolutionary psychology have on the average person. When our true nature is shown, and the illusion of our grandeur completed destroyed people get emotionally upset. When there are direct parallels between how a human and pack rat act, or suggest we have a common ancestor with a poop flinging chimpanzee it's a massive blow to our ego and some people cannot handle it. I think Machiavelli is a chaotic neutral, he's objective and the only side he's on is himself. He introduces chaos or anarchy for his own amusement. The only intent for his work is the process itself, like an artist that destroys his pieces right after they've been completed.

[@wmpx34]

Human exceptionalism is a helluva drug.

[@ErgoComix]

Maybe because of my own cynicism, but when I read The Prince back in high school I always thought Machiavelli was being sarcastic about what he was saying.

[@youbetyourwrasse]

If your Cynacism had matured, you would have instead delighted. You were still a green and optimistic high schooler. :D

[@michaeldavid6832]

The problem with Machiavellianism in its pure form is that you make so many enemies climbing over bodies to get to the top, that you have an army of people who are looking for any chance to depose you and will work in concert to do so. What's more, the people you stepped upon on your way to the top will be the same people you meet on your way down. This is why most tyrannical leaders don't die of old age. Even Stalin's death was oddly timed before his purge of the doctors and scientists in the Soviet Union. His official cause of death would always be ruled "natural" but he had random deadly seizure in the middle of the night that nobody attended to? On the eve of a huge purge that would've destroyed the USSR and Russia for generations. The people around Stalin knew that if they got rid of all their scientists and doctors, they'd destroy themselves. How do we infer this motive for regicide existed? Because after Stalin died, the purges were immediately canceled. When a long-planned program is canceled the day after the leader dies, it's obvious that those who took power also wanted it canceled before the leader died.

[@SovietBelka]

Stalin wasn't trying to purge all doctors and scientists. That's just Western jewish propaganda. As a matter of fact, it was the Communist Party of USSR whose education reforms helped to turn the illiterate population of USSR into 99% literate populace. Out of these masses, all these doctors, engineers, and scientists came from. That's why Russians were first in space and first in my other fields and still are. So stop spreading disinformation and lies.

[@Y.C.I_Productions]

Exactly. I see this as a way for ourselves in oder to live in a better society, we must check our leaders and check ourselves constant. Thanks for the history🙏🏽

[@Wizzy678]

What are u even yapping about the doctor plot was about purging j*wish doctors and scientists only not the soviet ones, he wasnt about to 'destroy' russia since he pushed his country into science in the first place and promoted lysensko theories,and he was even interrested in cybernetics. Russia deteriorated because of his death and khrushev revisionism and him giving crimea to the ukraine.

[@WhydoIsuddenlyhaveahandle]

Thanks for sharing! I didn't know that. What was the purported reason for the doctor purge?

[@michaeldavid6832]

@@WhydoIsuddenlyhaveahandle A plurality in their scientific community were Jewish. Stalin was about to purge the jews from the Soviet Union and it would've gutted their scientific community.

[@aquamarine245]

This is at odds to some of the conclusions drawn from the Prisoner's Dilemma thought experiment. It infers that when individuals in large communities cooperate instead of defecting against eachother, it leads to greater personal gain as well. For those interested, Veritasium has an amazing video about it titled Game Theory, definitely a must watch.

[@Dimnd_Hnd]

Respect is the imperfect symmetry of fear & love. Like a perfect storm of confliction - Myself.

[@a.brounz]

"A man who is used to acting in one way never changes; he must come to ruin when the times, in changing, no longer are in harmony with his ways." Should probably share this with my father

[@Kittra.kaibyo]

I think man people will think this about *someone* for sure, I know I do!

[@a.brounz]

@@Kittra.kaibyo oh I agree, I'm sure there are I'm half my father's age & have come to this realization, I can't comprehend how someone can go there whole life without adapting & improving Maybe it's a generational thing, maybe it's because we have more sources of information now a days But I still don't think there's any excuses

[@gloriousforever3451]

@@a.brounzyour father had to adapt to his times as well. I imagine he is in a position where success and power are behind him and he therefore doesn’t put much importance towards changing. Honor thy father and thus mother

[@kevnev342]

The irony is that Niccolò Machiavelli was never really Machiavillian. He simply just wrote about what he observed in florentine power circles of the day and how those groups gained their positions whether in the clergy, government or banking.

[@mikitz]

Calling Machiavelli 'Machiavellian' is like assuming that doctor Alzheimer had Alzheimer's.

[@Pau_Pau9]

When I first learned of Machiavelli, I used to think this man was man of devious nature. Now that I have grown to middle age and realize what the World really is, I see him more as pragmatist.

[@BOBNo-n7u]

​@@mikitzit's not the same because one was scientific discovery and the other was philosophy. Calling Christ Christlike makes sense given that he loved his entire life by his morals, and espoused them honestly. If Machiavelli was not Machiavellian then he was either writing satire, a warning, or was hypocritical.

[@KNR6292]

Damn, thank you, I learned this today. Damn. Always thought the man himself was this way.

"The Prince" is a fantastic example of an academic essay. When he makes a statement he backs it up with historic examples. For example, when he says you should put mercenaries to death once you're done with them he quotes the example of the occupation of Greece by the 10,000 Turkish mercenaries that they employed to settle a domestic dispute.

[@gavrilopricip11]

A lot of Scholars argue The Prince was a satire and commentary on the times leaders, not an instruction manual .

[@gijskramer1702]

Funny its still a relevant satire then

[@DreadPirateRobertz]

Prophetic satire

[@legionofAlexander]

Im sure they do.

[@katlavon]

@@DreadPirateRobertzHumans will be humans.

[@Christophe_derBerge-op9zh]

Wow I really hope this is true. However it seems to be a “how to” book in our current situation 😒

[@takeuchi5760]

I haven't even started watching the video, but that title is powerful.

[@nealjustus9500]

the thing to take away from Machiavelli's own tactics is that, they didn't help him, it helped others yes but it didn't help him. why, because his name was Niccolò Machiavelli and had the reputation of being well... him. your reputation is more important then your actions.

[@leonardocastelletti68]

There is a big mistake in the video on minute 3:25 . Lorenzo de Medici died in 1492, The Prince was gifted to Lorenzo de Piero De Medici , the nephew of the famous Lorenzo de Medici

[@wingit7335]

Didn't watch the video in protest of ad selling. If i wanted ads i'f shop for cornflakes. Hate these bastards.

[@churchdog]

Nice catch

[@stfranckmusic]

Don’t do to others what you wouldn’t want done to you - this should be a universal motto ? Why we aren't promoting empathy and compassion, religions deciding on a universal golden rule then try to reduce conflict and encourages self-reflection I'd love someone to argue on this statement ?

[@mewe1023]

Because we become more selfish than ever, even if our ancestors were bad and did some horrible things, they sticked to certain principles and morals but now..We are following relative moralism and I don't think this gonna end well.

[@stfranckmusic]

​@@mewe1023 Selfishness often has a negative connotation, but if it's paired with consciousness and awareness of the world, it can take on a new meaning (that's my previous comment above). It could be about prioritizing your own needs and growth while still recognizing and respecting how your actions affect others. But it feels that people really don't learn to think anymore. There's a balance between self-care and empathy that allows for personal development without losing sight of the larger picture. This should be a golden rule

[@TheShadowrun.]

You can see why the rapper 2pac studied him while in prison and even named himself Makaveli but changed the spelling and pronunciation

[@Billyboy4209]

Thanks, new i would find at least one pac comment, buddy just lost a $20 lol

[@BeaconFlame]

I've had this in my "watch later" playlist since it came out 2 days ago and Ive watched the thumbnail and title change like 4 times 😂

[@jamaalsjourney]

Bacon flame

[@Zenith-d3s]

Unveiling Your Hidden Potential by Bruce Thornwood(thank me later)

[@7fall]

MARKETING BOT! I already checked, and others said they simply saw it in a comment like you see above ^ Don’t buy this crap. Report spam.

[@sleepy6476]

Guys, it's a scam, don't buy it. They are using comments as marketing.

[@kobalt7725]

Very great quality. Your videos never cease to amaze me.

[@cheretic3963]

Great job, watching this video was a pleasure.

[@Flynntastic]

The Ying comes with the Yang. I am also reminded of the Farmer parable of good and bad. I must read this book.

[@uncletrashero]

Effectiveness strictly requires attention to morality in exactly the same way that Intelligence is inextricably codependent on morality. You can only be truly smart or effective IF you are also adhering to strong morality. Without Morality, "effectiveness" is just a paperclip maximizer.

[@uncletrashero]

even if you can launch rockets into space, if you are immoral then you are stupid (take Elon Musk as an example.)

[@uncletrashero]

i think this is a product of determinism ultimately. because essentially everything objective is also arbitrary. there is no "purpose" to amoral objectivity. its nothing more than observation and even bugs do observation. observation alone is irrelevant at larger scales. you must attach Morality to any endeavor or the endeavor has no point. If we are not striving to solve moral problems and orchestrate the future in accordance to moral values, then there is no point in any action whatsoever, and that means it can not be "effective" if it is simply pointless. Thus morality is strictly required to create "effectiveness" or "purpose" as morality is the subjective variable that gives value or meaning to any action or thought.

[@supersonictumbleweed]

But my paperclips!!!

[@mikelis2276]

we have different definitions of either intelligence or morality

[@uncletrashero]

@@mikelis2276 exactly. thats the problem.

[@Some_who_call_me_Tiim]

I always thought "the prince" was more of a warning than a manual.. much like Orwell. Kinda of airing out dirty laundry.

[@neosapienz7885]

While both are powerful and useful, love is more enduring than fear, and therefore stronger, while fear may have utility at certain inflection points but not others, and therefore is weaker. I think leaders who are Machiavellian by definition, need instability and the opportunities of chaos to leverage fear, which makes our world worse. At some point, humans need to intentionally cast off the chains of our primate brains and accept-stop being fearful of, what are truly capable of in this abundant world we’ve been gifted.

[@EricHamm]

Just had a synchronization event with this video

[@eriiq96]

What was it?

[@davidowen4816]

Honesty in "The Prince" shines through every page, and every seeker of power, command and dominion should read this cold, heartless yet logical, treatise on rule and governance. I think the title is a little misleading as you can apply the "blueprints" to the common man and society just as well. For those not power crazy it's still a great read, epecially if you desire to be noble, good, and most all, effective.

[@RiverValleyMan]

"If they don't respect me, they will fear me" a dark quote I often hear my dad say

[@hunholy]

Thumbnail and title change was a good decision

[@Mechanical_Turk]

Kindness actually helps the recipient. Nicety is the pretense of kindness, and actually hurtful.

[@notnormaldude3069]

Be kind and good for no reason, a real warrior don't have enemy.

[@pistolen87]

Machiavelli is basically describing game theory.

[@DeltaTesla-ph9yh]

Don't be kind. Be fair.

[@dennistucker1153]

Love this video & subject.

[@evanhadkins5532]

I only read/write English. So I can't get a feeling for if Machiavelli was being ironic / sarcastic. As he was addressing someone who'd sacked, this is a possibility I think. (Saying that someone should be feared rather than liked seems to have many resonances.)

[@donovangray4246]

Machiavellism is closely associated with psychopathy. I believe this all leads to a strong thirst for power and an inability to share said power with anyone else. Because to do so would require them to be vulnerable which they want to hide from others but mostly from themselves

[@roscojenkins7451]

When my son was born i got into an argument with his mother with naming him... I wanted Niccolo and she wanted Nicholai. I said "but he isnt russian!" And she responded "he isnt Italian, either. Dummy!"

[@THESHOWBOAT]

So it became Nico/Nicco?

[@roscojenkins7451]

@@THESHOWBOAT lol no we settled on a completely different Japanese name... Yes I know... We ain't Japanese either...

[@Gurt0981]

@@roscojenkins7451Don’t leave us hanging now. what did you guys name him? lol

[@herusherb9730]

And you called him Nicolas, but your friend said he is not a character from Heroes of Might and Magic 5.😅

[@GabrielJDantas]

Tell us the damn name XD

[@DancinDane]

Good one - thanks, PoW 🙏

[@davidbeddoe6670]

I wish to see my best quotes preserved in coffee-table anthologies like this man.

[@rkoff5744]

How does the good remove the bad without losing their goodness? Though it would help if we learned to acknowledge when people are up front in their bad instead of making excuses for them. Stop letting them in, in the first place.

[@anisah8546]

So this is where the "Villain Archetype" comes from

[@noahl.3017]

not exactly, the most common quote attributed to Machiavellians is " the ends justify the means" you can have an honorable goal but the means in which you gain it is where the things get quirky

[@wingit7335]

Nice to see you mention the word archetype. Watching one of the 83 interviews and books of Carl Jung is all we need. It's all about alchemy and turning lead into gold.

[@SuperSuperDuperNice]

@1:45 coops! 😂

[@Still6ftAboveGround]

I was just sitting here eating and started this video for background noise, and as soon as I heard "Coops," it immediately got my full attention lol

[@galaxy1234]

No one cares

[@Mixolydio]

I was wondering if they had 2 door cars back then. The matter is settled

[@mikehawkertz9237]

Lol I was about to say that. Bro been reading a script written for him this whole time

[@davidbarber3821]

I was about to comment the same thing! I can't listen after that

[@br3nto]

11:56 I heard this described as a one sided contract. One person holds another person to some expectation, without the other person having agreed to or even knowing about the expectation. I forget the exact name they used, but it’s very common. Just think about all the expectations you have of others that they don’t know about and/or haven’t agreed to. Or them of you.

[@patrickcoyne7471]

This is called a "covert contract" where someone does something for another expecting something in return without stating it.

[@misanthrophex]

why can't the world understand that Machiavelli didn't write for people...

[@bloodlove93]

perhaps because at its core, communication is misunderstood and misguided. to communicate, words,and pictures, depicted in various forms. for what purpose?.. not what we want it to be,what is it inherently with no man to manage it nor god to describe it? what am i doing? what did you do? exist,and scream into the void of life, and then we wait for nothingness to scream back. regardless how we communicate, what or when, we can't force discourse and harmony, we can only scream to nothing and see if nothing screams back at us. some few have long understood, words are meaningless lest we let them,for something so easily lost and forgotten we place such meaning on them, and yet we scream ceaselessly. for you?,no, me ?no ,speak not and live not for others, do so for yourself and the world. waste not worthless words,simply wonder aloud,wander about, fill the void with noise,and wait for the dead echos of chaos. words of men detached from others isn't for most, only those looking will find whatsoever they seek.

[@LexiLuBuy3]

Some poor intern has had to change the video title five times in the past 24 hrs 😢

[@Chris-fn4df]

Sounds… horrible. Such an abused intern, having to accomplish this difficult and time consuming task…

[@LexiLuBuy3]

@@Chris-fn4df😂😂😂

[@JarlApollonios-oo9kp]

Yeah, right! Stop being nice, start being mean. Your thought will create catastrophe in human history.

[@jaydeejreamn]

No fear is paralyzing, therefore, making one much less likely to act.

[@abeltshimbalanga1333]

That final line was really deep

[@book-dy4bc]

Great video. Very informative

[@247vibe3]

Thank you for improving my life through your videos, thank you!

[@patrickkalin4437]

Makaveli in this... Killuminati, all through your body The blow's like a twelve gauge shotty - 2pac

[@HakarisInfiniteVoid]

Thank you for another great video.

[@joshwingart8188]

Woah, he invented compression fittings before Charles Parker??? 😮 @3:34

[@SyThco13]

Machiavelli is truly an intellectual. He is not evil, nor is his work instruction for evil, but rather in for the intelligent whom need to conquer

[@tlasjc]

I disagree with the assessment that it’s safer to be feared than loved. If one places a target on another’s back, I’d think it’s far more likely that fear is the motivation.

[@You_really-triedv20]

Love is the greatest tool used today, distilled in money, materialism, sins of the flesh, sins of pride, sins of gluttony, etc. We are human acting in an intrest that is not our own, because we have been taught that the other is right. Machiavelly’s work is more than relevant today than it has ever been. Relevant to lift the veil of this somber entity that has us all trapped, willingly.

[@sawwucegawd1ForGucciManeFans]

I think your solution is really good, simple yet effective. Wano has a huge issue with sidelining side characters like Usopp, Brook, Nami, Chopper etc. It would’ve been so interesting seeing the weaker strawhats try to defend Luffy against Kaido. We all know that they are no match for Kaido but seeing how long they could last is high stakes, something which we would all later see in Egghead which is one of the best arcs in the New World 🔥

[@AnkitMishra-vt8cl]

this is the 3rd Machiavelli video I have been recommended in 3 days ... what's happening ??

[@ranelsmusic]

The algorithm must see you a villian😂

[@AnkitMishra-vt8cl]

@@ranelsmusic Or wants me to be one 😂

[@rhiannonnickerson2360]

I was thinking the same thing. Concluding that there is a power grab forming.

[@tygbs]

KZbin recommended me 6 machiavelli vids only this day

[@ComplexConfiguration]

you clicked one, thats what happened..

[@mountstneonstudios]

"There were coops" 🐔 Bruh... Coup, (as in coup d'état) is pronounced 'koo.' and then coup d'état 'koo day tah.' I worry that you'd say COOP DEE TAT.🤣🤣

[@corrslight]

Did this guy really just say “cou-P-s” lmaooooo

[@alexman378]

I think it’s more like what Robert Greene said about the 48 Laws of Power. You don’t have to agree, you shouldn’t think in terms of “good and bad”, just in that, if you’re going to play that kind of game, this type of thinking is necessary.

[@ruthlesshatchet6353]

I came here without knowing who the philosopher would be, but when you said his name, I got excited. This guy was interesting.

[@seniorss2401]

Another perfect video

[@gr9798]

Critics are concerned about being cancelled since reviews are their livelihoods. Probably waiting for other critics to go first, so they can feel safe to say anything positive.

[@rondylorenzodejos8908]

The Art of War was written by Sun Tsu son!

[@MrGordonSims]

You know you’re influential when they name an adjective after you.

[@therearenoshortcuts9868]

2024: a million videos on stop being nice 2034: "why is everyone acting like a cvnt???"

[@RandallTan-yr4dx]

The Chinese has something similar written close to 2000 years before Machivalli. Its call 鬼谷子(Gui Gu Zi).

[@xdemon]

I really wish Hemsworth would do more comedy. He does it so well when given the opportunity. Give him the right script and director, and I think you would have gold.

[@letstalk1028]

6:38 this just shows how closed minded people are, we get someone like jesus christ and reject him? And then we would rather have a leader that instills fear over love? Thats just an inherent flaw of humanity

[@MichaelKingSlayer]

These “stop being nice” videos suck. Nobody IS being nice. They don’t need encouragement.

[@Nil-Day]

Seek and speak truth

[@wingit7335]

The truth of a cannibals' eating habits destroys your quote. Truth is subjective my friend.

[@kb.e3762]

Let me get this straight, Medici tortured and exiled Machiavalli and the Prince was a gift to Medici's. It's a trap. A wise man in India once said the easiest way to destroy a king/man is to give him bad/evil books to read.

[@razert71]

finaly! A problem I do not have. This video can be skipped by me 🙏

[@kokomanation]

I think politics in some countries especially governments really follow this philosophy but in the worst way possible that’s why we have these wars that we have today solely based on power and manipulation

[@KaranShah731]

“You see lovers get over heartbreak, they ever seen a vet get over PTSD?”

[@ujjwalsingh8502]

would love to see a video on osho

[@eligeller1349]

That would be amazing.

[@angeloquinto789]

The sibilance when you pronounce the hard "S" sound is a little loud for when im listening. great video❤

[@noahtenshen]

Were those coops chicken coops?

[@envynoir]

stuck between either superiority or inferiority complex

[@SCRAPPYCOCO1_2]

Ironic that Machiavelli is not a Machiavellian himself

[@JagdeepSandhuSJC]

Personal relationships are a different animal than national relationships. On a person level, just be nice and if someone takes advantage of you, walk away. Not worth losing your self respect.

[@ChristianDall-p2j]

Love Can be instilled by being a good Leader, and by caring for YOUR men, and loving Them, they Will love you in return! It is better to be loved than feared! Though, if you wish to maximize power, it is best to be both! And fear eventually leads to resentment and hatred, wich leads to rebellion, and thus the end of YOUR reign!

[@paxamericanafilms]

There were coops? Huh!

[@StevenMike-nk3zs]

read the forbidden book Magnetic Aura on Borlest, and you'll see the secrets they're keeping from us.

[@wingit7335]

Please don't share any will you!

[@hiderchrishop]

@@wingit7335 This is a Bot! His book seems to be fully ai generated and NOT worth your time. His likes on this comment are botted

[@wander67]

The forbidden book, banned in every country,that exposes all the secrets the powerful ones hide from us. Buy now in your nearest bookstore. 😂😂

[@Paperbutton9]

14:41 DONT TELL ME HE SERIOUSLY EDITED THAT PIC TO MAKE IT SMILE JFC, THANKS FOR THE NUANCE AND NOT SHOVING SHIT DOWN OUR THROAT. WAIT JK

[@Philo_sophy.editss]

Brilliant

[@darth-gerry6659]

Ive always looked up to Machiavelli.

[@YawehismyGod]

Philosophy is subjective. My stance today is that any book you read, or any information you take in, is not your own. You need to interpret the world on your own. Searching for meaning when there isnt any meaning is just plain stupid. Just work, keep your mouth shut, build your dream home (can even be a tent), dont waste time trying to understand people. Everyone (99 percent) want to suck your resources (that includes time, not just $ or things of value).