Memento Mori: Wisdom Behind Life and Death

In this video, I want to explore a topic that is both uncomfortable and crucial for anyone who wants to live a life of meaning and purpose: mortality. The awareness of our own mortality can be a powerful motivator, a reminder that our time on this earth is limited and that we must use it wisely.
But how do we confront mortality without being overwhelmed by fear and despair? How do we turn this awareness into a source of inspiration and sublime? That's what I want to discuss today, drawing from my own experiences and insights as a writer and student of human nature.
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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About that same time, my husband suffered a major brain aneurysm. The best prognosis they had was maybe he'll be a vegetable. Today he is approximately 95% recovered. He's doing great. The one thing that event did do was,. It taught us that there's no such thing as a guarantee that every morning he manages to wake up is a gift. With the world the way it is, we do struggle to simply appreciate life. That because things are not the way you would like them to be somehow negates the fact that it's still a miracle. I am grateful. I am honored that I got to come be here, to live here for a time.

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We appreciate you speaking on this, Mr. Greene. I know I've experienced more than the average bear when it comes to loved ones passing away, and in my presence. Both my husband and later a fiance both passed away in my arms, in my home. I miscarried my only baby while at home. I've had so many pets and animals pass away, I've lost count. A lot of these loved ones are buried on my land, as I live on acreage in the country. Death is nothing to fear! If anything, the awareness should increase one's love and awe of LIFE. When people share their condolences for me, I never play the victim card. I am so rich to have loved and been loved. And at my age (now 41) I have a musher deeper gratitude for my every single breath and new day to explore and enjoy! Blessings from Austin 🔥

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In one of the samurai films, The Lone Wolf and Cub, the protagonist answers the question of what it is to be a samurai. He says, “The way of the true samurai, is the ability to live through death.” Samurai’s are warriors that has to accept death will come any moment and that you must live your life honorably knowing the end is upon you.

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I am a bi lateral stroke survivor and I have had to face up to the fact that death came close and yet I am still here. Another thing is I found your podcast since I've been in recovery. Thanks for your warmth and wisdom.

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Hi Master Robert, How are you? I hope everything is fine. In this video, I learned that we should appreciate one another and not be shy to show it, as tomorrow is not promised. I am so teary-eyed after watching this, and it made me reflect on what I am doing in my life, like how I am so busy achieving things while the important people in my life are growing old and I barely communicate with them😢. The term "Sense of urgency" have an impact on me. Thank you for your videos, full of good information that we don't get in University's or Schools. You are like , The Best School Professor we didn't have.

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Your teaching on The Sublime has been the most foundational in the journey towards my primal inclination I am forever in your debt Mr. Greene. Thank you for all that you do and will continue to for many years to come

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I really , really thank God for listening to wise advise as an 18 year old young man . I will live my life with wisdom and will choose to be present. Thank you for reminding me for how much of a gift life is.❤

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Thank you sir for helping to make this world a better place.

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glad you still with us Robert, your work is absolutely incredible and ur books helped a massive amount of people navigate trough life better, god bless you and your loved ones

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Hi Robert, I never get tired of listening to you, I wanna thank you, you’ve helped me a lot…

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God has kept you sovereignly for a purpose . And that's to impart wisdom to the young youth , for example myself . We need more people like you , Ryan Holiday and Jordan Peterson. God bless you.

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Every word you say is a treasure that resonates deep within, shows, integrates and heals.

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Incredible Mr. Greene. I can't thank you enough for all the things you've taught me so far!

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Thank your for your service to humanity

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Robert, if you're reading this I learned who you are when I came across your interview on Steven Bartlett's Diary of a CEO podcast. I picked up a copy of 48 Laws immediately afterward and became engrossed and enamored by your tales and even here in your videos listening to your wisdom. I just want to say that you truly are one of the brilliant minds of our time just like the greats (and not so great) you mention in your book. Much love and respect to you, friend!

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wow, ive felt fragments of this at times, when I wanted to do something but was fearful. Now it dawned on me, what happened in my subconscious, it was that knowledge, that I may never meet this person again, this moment will never occur again, why don't I talk to this person when I know I want to.

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Thank you Robert Greene

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Excellent advice. Thanks 🙏👍

[@Shereen_Thor]

Thank you for sharing this thought-provoking video on the art of life and death! As a life coach, I often encourage my clients to reflect on the meaning and purpose of their lives to create a more fulfilling and meaningful existence. By focusing on our values and priorities and taking consistent action towards our goals, we can create a life that aligns with our deepest desires and brings us joy and fulfillment. I would also suggest incorporating practices such as mindfulness, gratitude, and self-reflection into daily routines to promote overall well-being and balance. By embracing the art of life and death, we can live each day to the fullest and create a legacy that we are proud of. Keep up the great work, and thank you for sharing these valuable insights! *I'm really happy to see that someone have same passion like me because I'm also making this type of videos to make your life productive and meaningful*

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I just want to say thank you , your book change my life . godbless you from PILIPINAS

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Thank you Robert for your information that you are sharing with us and i am completely understanding the concept of mortality due to my situation where I had faced death for 12 years (war in Syria ) and now I had to face death with the 7.8 magnitude earthquake and I am 26 years old I had seen all sorts of fear and death in way I do not understand that gave me a power towards my goals because I know the precious moments of being a live.

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I can’t wait for your book to be ready. We need to appreciate the days we have left . See life as a gift . Live with purpose and be thankful

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A few weeks ago I started waking up in the middle of the night from panic attack, the thought abt where do we go during our sleep or after we die keep me up all night. At first i thought it was just irrational fear but soon I realized its real that im not going to be here forever and so are my kids.. the thought abt death still gives me anxiety. Im still unsure why these thought came to me out of the blue, maybe its some sort of spiritual awakening. I talked to my aunt abt it and she said maybe we reunite with our love ones on the other side after this life, that gave me some comfort and smth to hold on to.

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Man you are awesome, I honestly appreciate you and the way you look at this life, just perfect and thanks God that saved you for us, I have a suggestion man, there is an Arabic book which is called "fusus al-heikam" by 'muhyiddin ibn arabi' I don't know if you can find the English translation but I will help you alot for your new book and it enters you to a new way of thinking. Take care!

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I have been "lucky" several times at this point in my life. I sometimes also like to consider if I have had an impact for the good of anyone else in the last year, month, or week. It adds more meaning to the blessing of the luck I have of appreciating this day.

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I'm happy to learn the subject of your next book. There are always problems, but I also find the world to contain an endless source of beauty, awe, and wonder. I look forward to reading your thoughts on the sublime. Best regards.

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I love everything you said ❤

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Listening to you riffing is music to my ears. You may not be able to go on all of those grand adventures Robert but you are one hell of a thinker, speaker and writer. I would love to be able to narrate myself aswell as you eh.

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Ευχαριστώ με όλη την καρδιά μου ❤️

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Far easier to listen to than JP frankly. Cogent points, clear exposition. Tx.

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Wonderful video...thank you...👍

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Will be waiting for your book to be published, cant wait..

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Thank You , Sir

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thank you robert

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Been thinking about this a lot personally 💯

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When is the release date for The Law Of Sublime?

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2024 but still tentative

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now that you've opened up I'm experiencing errors: I couldn't quite reconcile in my head how you are the person who wrote both 48 laws and human nature but also seem like a vulnerable man, like how you came close to expiring. I too came close to expiring

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in my head, i always put you on a certain pedestal, like a legend, given the eloquence of not just your vocabulary but also your ideas.

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Glad your here,ur genious, 60 years old living in hell my patents embedded in my subconscious. Ur helping thank u

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Robert could you do a short video sharing your insights on how introverts can use their introversion as an opportunity instead of making it handicap them especially in the realm of seduction ? Thank you so much for your generous spirit !

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Agreed. I sometimes look at my cats and they'll look at me, and I swear I glimpse the universe. My best experience was being a long-term caregiver. I live simply.

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Cool

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You were meant to live brother! So glad to find your books and hear you speak in this vid while somebody microwaves something in the background

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Wow ....

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The siren was perfectly timed…

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What are your plans for future books? I am very curious

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when is your next book be on sale?

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🙏🔥🙏

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I hope you get better.

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Hey Robert you ever think about studying fasten and the human body??

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There's an art to leaving me alone too..

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I wish you were my Mentor!

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To the ego it is disturbing, but you are not the ego. Simple :)

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The end of your video makes me think of Corrie Ten Boom being thankful for the fleas in their camp because it kept the Nazis away. Well wishes! 🤍

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In the path of growth and development how do u not lose yourself

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Robert: People die in the hospitals far away... (Ambulance drives by)

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I do see the animals I eat being slaughtered....but yes I do agree with your words sir.

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what is the book he is speaking about?

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You saw it coming, Robert. So long.

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Good luck with your book. I hope it's not just pagan... it probably will be though

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9:55 VENI A ARGENTINA IGUAAAAL

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Be good too confront life before death, wouldn't it

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Orthodox Christianity has the most powerful approach to death I've ever seen

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I’m also writing a book called the art of farting quietly

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it is the Space Time Room of Awareness The Instinct to sense Ant Agonism like any Wild Animal my time frame is 20 Seconds then I ask for renewal for the Grant to Live 20 seconds da capo

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To funny my dad marine. He would say if I sad sky is green it is green to you. Haha.all about prospective. Almost died 3 times ,the thought of not being independent I would rather die. No fear, go to heaven what peace!!!!

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youtube: How Do You Look in Jannah? | Ep. 3 | #JannahSeries with Dr. Omar Suleiman

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you can be great president.. run for it..

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Here's ur reminder not to look at me like that all crazy...

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please use microphone 🙏

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Lmfao I’m an Alcor Member where my tags…

[@SAMARTBO]

some religion of ASIA they still asking help from the death , that make me sick.

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Here’s a listen to the master…, Learn from the Greatest teacher of all time, the prophet Mohammed peace be upon him. He taught all that you’ve come to discover and more., learn and grow..,

[@abubakarsalisuabdullahi]

Qur'an has said so much about it

[@roukfalgerie]

Muslims always talk about dying , they all live with the purpose of dying , that is why you notice a kind of satisfaction and humility in the muslim mindset

[@fairpoet81]

I am half Persian, I've never heard this before. Definitely resonates with my life experiences and gained mindset. Thank you for sharing! 🙏

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Lol..its all for the after life..they treat life as a mere exam and after life is everything for them , which is absurd and idiotic

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Your books is the real future and Al ❤

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Meeting god is the best thing after death🤍

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I've just recently found you, so drawn to how you think and what you have to say. You're obviously intellectually gifted. From my perspective and life experience, it's the tragedy, trials and heartache that heighten our spiritual journey.....which to me, is what it's all about!🩷