My Love of Friedrich Nietzsche

In today's video, I talk about the philosopher and thinker Friedrich Nietzsche, who has profoundly changed my life.
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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[@RobertGreeneOfficial]

Have you read the works of Friedrich Nietzsche? Who is your favorite philosopher? Drop a comment ⬇

[@richardkalmwater5996]

Nietzsche and it is not even close. Nietzsche, unlike most philosophers, understood human nature better than most. And Nietzsche, unlike most philosophers understood women which modern man needs to emulate. And as Nietzsche advised, when dealing with women, bring a whip...

[@bobisaiah4067]

Friedrich Nietzsche and Albert Camus.

[@iustin.12]

​@@richardkalmwater5996recommend me a book to start with from nietzche

[@BhartiJoshi158]

Haven't read anything but I will read from now on. You are my inspiration, Sir. I wish I could be like you. ♥️✨

[@Z2wastaken]

Greene is my favorite.

[@tuckerwhite5884]

"The strength of a man is measured by how much truth he can tolerate, or more precisely, to what extent he needs it muted, diluted, falsified."

[@te9591]

Is that from Nietzsche?

[@tuckerwhite5884]

@@te9591 Yes, it's from Beyond Good And Evil.

[@TRUVIANGREY]

So true. It makes me think about the concept of someone not being able to handle the truth. And that if you can handle the truth, you are a strong person.

[@te9591]

@tuckerwhite5884 that sounds really insightful, im always amazed by select Nietzche quotes.

[@ginafarley6190]

It’s about facing the demons. Things you don’t like and don’t want to experience, but here they are. Regardless

[@PropunKla]

My favorite Nietzsche quote, "To those human beings who are of any concern to me I wish suffering, desolation, sickness, ill-treatment, indignities-I wish that they should not remain unfamiliar with profound self-contempt, the torture of self-mistrust, the wretchedness of the vanquished: I have no pity for them, because I wish them the only thing that can prove today whether one is worth anything or not-that one endures.". I adore your work Robert and these videos explain more and more why.

[@mazi.ifeanyichiukwujoachim3350]

Wow. Robert Greene's works ought to be declared classified information/knowledge. Just kidding, not until I finish his books

[@ayushkanekar5698]

Man thats truth

[@Phelix-fe8uo]

Him saying so is his putting more ground work to his nihilism I think this could be something new as his idea of pain is that it's liberating according to this quote I believe that pain can be eye-opening to the sufferings that we have and it's something that unites us but I think that for non nihilists the comfort of the know is much better as I would prefer somethings to be sweet and beautiful

[@brianjones9780]

​@@Phelix-fe8uo Nietzsche is far from nihilist. Nihilism claims life has no meaning. Nietzsche claims suffering is what gives life meaning. Attaining beautiful and nice things without suffering for them makes one's soul fat. Better to face hardship and struggle for it first, then you'll have an appetite for it.

[@alena-qu9vj]

Haughty words for somebody who ended in a looneyhouse...

[@Laughing_In_Iowa]

My favorite quote of his : “And Those Who Were Seen Dancing Were Thought To Be Insane By Those Who Could Not Hear The Music.” 💃🕺

[@cosettesantos880]

That's an amazing way to explain perception 👏

[@michaelfbuckley]

Reading Nietzsche changed the way I looked at the world, and at the same time, it validated some of the beliefs I could not articulate. He was an amazing thinker and writer.

[@iam_anand]

i totally agree with u .while reading his book it felt like talking to my self... I also faced little difficulty while reading him.

[@pdhansten]

Nietzsche’s writings on suffering saved my life. I was 40 and going through a very dark period. I am now 80 and have now read virtually everything he wrote. His brilliance and insights are astonishing. I love him too!

[@Meta-Think]

Which quotes are your favorite?

[@th3g3ntl3man08]

Which books?

[@wiacco]

@@th3g3ntl3man08that’s such a funny question. To understand Nietzsche you’ll have to first read Greek mythologie, other philosophy and history from his time, and then you’ll have to read all of his books at least once, if you want to understand him. Thus spoke Zarathustra is his best work in my opinion, after gay science. To understand these works takes years and lots of thinking.

[@Aldarionz9]

@@wiacco finally after all that thinking,they go crazy like he did.Meltdown!

[@kousikracha]

Does reading him made you rich?

[@Zlata1Z]

All things are subject to interpretation whichever interpretation prevails at a given time is a function of power and not truth. - Friedrich Nietzsche.

[@kurts4867]

exactly.......e.g. the marxist & commies forced u to believe things that were not true because of power

[@alena-qu9vj]

Exactly. Above all the interpretation of Nietzsches work.

[@3looming314]

@@alena-qu9vj Nietzsche would disagree lmao

[@gamezswinger]

Nicolaus Copernicus, a Renaissance-era mathematician and astronomer, proposed a heliocentric model of the solar system. Copernicus suggested that the Sun, rather than the Earth, was at the center of the universe, and that the Earth and other planets revolved around it. The Catholic Church was initially resistant to Copernicus's heliocentric theory for several reasons: Biblical interpretation, Aristotelian cosmology, and challenges to authority. The Catholic Church (power) over the heliocentric model (the truth).

[@tecategpt1959]

@@gamezswingerthe heliocentric model may be true, but it still would be “power prevailing”. It doesnt stop at the catholic church or any religious organizations. It goes beyond that, every bit of information you know either came from someone before you or you yourself had experienced it

[@ArmwrestlingJoe]

Neitzsche’s philosophy of optimism and vigor for life have really helped me create a compass for my own life

[@richardw3347]

what book is that in, if you don't mind? I'm very curious now since this video.

[@ArmwrestlingJoe]

@@richardw3347 it’s scattered throughout his writings I haven’t read all his work but thus spoke Zarathustra and beyond good and evil are good examples. it’s recommended to not start with the former

[@ArmwrestlingJoe]

@@richardw3347 I get most of my Neitzsche information from the “essentialsalts” KZbin channel which breakdowns a lot of his writings. Those ideas are scattered throughout his writings but he also evolved as he got older so he was always like this. He was considered a pessimist by many but refuted it strongly

[@reidchikezie1161]

Thus Spoke Zarathustra, the best book of philosphy ever written, his Mona Lisa@@richardw3347

[@tecategpt1959]

@@jamelcarpenter327People read nietzsche as some pessimist. He is a very optimistic philosopher however him banishing the hinterwelt was probably unrealistic

[@savvmoreland3595]

It's pretty cool that the way he feels about Nietzsche is how I feel about his writings! 😊

[@AAL--gk2pu]

“Without Nietzsche, life would be a mistake.”

[@gamerowiczofficial]

~ Sun Tzu

[@santacruzman8483]

“Nietzsche was the one who did the job for me. At a certain moment in his life, the idea came to him of what he called 'the love of your fate.' Whatever your fate is, whatever the hell happens, you say, 'This is what I need.' It may look like a wreck, but go at it as though it were an opportunity, a challenge. If you bring love to that moment--not discouragement--you will find the strength is there. Any disaster you can survive is an improvement in your character, your stature, and your life. What a privilege! This is when the spontaneity of your own nature will have a chance to flow. Then, when looking back at your life, you will see that the moments which seemed to be great failures followed by wreckage were the incidents that shaped the life you have now. You’ll see that this is really true. Nothing can happen to you that is not positive. Even though it looks and feels at the moment like a negative crisis, it is not. The crisis throws you back, and when you are required to exhibit strength, it comes.” ~ Joseph Campbell

[@tomhardyy1]

I'm from Nepal, especially from priests family and a buddhist. I love philosophy because it gives you a different way to look at world and different want to live. I have read Robert Greene's Mastery and it's really wonderful. I know my life task now. I would love to understand Nietzsche in Robert Greene new book. And i can't wait for the Sublime.

[@willfriedland]

Great video! Reading Nietzsche sometimes gives me the feeling of doing something "not allowed." It feels like stealing from the cookie jar of wisdom.

[@3looming314]

always, always

[@mustakimredwan3632]

Man, it feels like you are saving me from so much future trouble. Very grateful for your work, truly appreciate it.

[@CuriousCyclist]

Please don't stop making these videos. They are fantastic. I love how well your words flow.

[@raginald7mars408]

... as a German Biologist - 1971 a good friend gave me a little Book to MUST Read! - had no idea what it was about “Also sprach Zarathustra!” The Sound of Nietzsche Highly instantly addictive I then bought the Gesammelte Werke Paperback... - 1979 the Miracle Professor Karl Schlechta was Professor at the University Darmstadt where I studied Biology and Chemsitry I found out his address and he invited me to his House the most amazing conversation of my entire Life he donated me the Hard Cover editions he had edited Gesammelte Werke by Karl Schlechta Schlechta was certain Nietzsche had infected himself several times with Syphilis that destroyed his life ... Haunts me still every day - those Chain reactions up to today...

[@christopherellis2663]

Speculation. He inherited his illness

[@raginald7mars408]

@@christopherellis2663 ... as a German Biologist - I wonder about that all the time. The strange death of his father - may have been based on Syphilis Syphilis connata Nietzsche was sick from a young boy on. His “philosophy” may be an attempt to deal with a corrupt physiology getting into Hyper Mode to compensate which makes Nietzsche then ... dispiccable... Kalr Schlechta never ever wanted to meet the real Nietzsche Wagner called Nietzsche "Dis Gusting" "Dirty".... The Dark concealed Nietzsche...

[@hazikry]

Discovered Nietzsche during my degree and had the privilege to study his work for a semester. He definitely changed my life.

[@taitcarrillo8926]

Nietzsche and Sisyphus are my two inspirations for endurance and acceptance.

[@somethingyousaid5059]

On the other hand, we can tolerate just only so much.

[@DouBBy-The-Great]

I'm glad that your books are kind of explore the same philosophy as him, truly life changing material, and I'm in love with every Robert Greene book

[@andyk84hl]

I also started reading Nietzsche very young, neither understanding nothing but in someway Nietzsche's lyrics engage me, because as you said that 'feeling in the body', that made me to keep reading it trougth the time that changes the meaning over time. I love Nietzsche's ideas too and also think he is the best and unque writer i have ever read. I completely share your love and thoughts about Nietzsche, he is awesome.

[@gayathrirajagopal3051]

Love you Robert ❤❤❤ i have listened to 50th law many times.. thank you so much

[@calvink7382]

People who hate systems will definitely love Nietzsche. I have read all of his books, they're a bit tough to get through honestly yet i still go back to reading him after i developed a somehow clear understanding of him, i have been in so much love with his vision, and everytime i read Nietzsche i get Goosebumps.

[@josephclark5414]

I am so happy you presented this! Absolutely wonderful!!

[@orlandojordan1469]

Robert Greene talks so calm that make me feel his feelings about Nietzsche

[@vigneshmoorthy6047]

He is always calm and envy his tone of voice. He can be dark & cold inside and still win people with his tone of voice.

[@OneBlurryLens]

Something new to add to reading list. Thanks!

[@stylintylin77]

"To live is to suffer, to survive is to find some meaning in the suffering." Says a lot more when you learn Nietzsche was ill most days that he was alive. But I also think he meant it in a way of just finding some joy in his life in all the loneliness and boredom

[@ginalibrizzi5204]

Thank you for sharing this, Robert. I discovered Nietzsche when I was 16, and only capable of a mostly superficial understanding. Similarly, I kept coming back to his work over the years (now in my 50’s). I’m wired to experience a full range of emotions, and have had plenty of opportunities to do so. The other writer (not philosopher, per se) who has always fascinated me is Dostoyevsky. I remember first finding his work through a summer reading list in high school, and it resonated with me so deeply. Throughout my life, I’ve often had the feeling that I was missing something; perhaps this is my own reflection of “What if my whole life has been a lie?”.

[@benzerb77]

The influence of Nietzsche shines through in your writing. I'm not surprised to see it confirmed that you've been touched by his attitude and perspective. Nietzsche is my favorite, too. I like to say that I owe him my life. Not that I would have taken my own life had I not read him, but rather that the person I would have allowed myself to remain would have been better off dead. They would have been too dishonest. Nietzsche has a way of inspiring courage, brightness, and forward-leaning enthusiasm. You share this forward lean into life, providing footholds and technical knowledge for those making the climb into its heights. You two make a fine pair of authors ^-^

[@marianadams782]

When I awoke this morning I was in a low state. As soon as I heard your voice my spirit lifted. Thank you 😊. The advantage of frequencies.

[@cjwright79]

a very nice thing to say Marian, and I'm sure even nicer to experience!

[@marianadams782]

@@cjwright79 A rarity a relief and a blessing to feel lifted by another. Thank you for your comment.

[@WiseGuy770]

Great video Greene I love your books Especially The Art of Seduction very Excellent and Impeccable masterpiece

[@RobertGreeneOfficial]

Thank you for reading! Glad you enjoyed them.

[@MicaelCorreia]

Two legends, Amour Fati ❤

[@loljoker-up4bk]

What I like about U is that U are realistic and honest about the world while simultaneously has a positive mindset . That's what makes you keep going in the world to live the world to the fullest . But also by being honest , you are able to suck in wisdom like vampire sucking blood . It feels enlightening . God bless U . U have no idea how much U saved my life . I hope your books prosper and touched many soul . They might feel oh this is dark , but when the more they encounter life , the more they know that U are speaking the truth and there is no way to go about it rather than using the methods in your books. My greatest wish for U is that U complete your final book . I will continue to look up to U

[@furkankostekli7400]

What a great summary! Helpfull and artistic

[@Chris-xy8lu]

One of my favorite authors talks one of my favorite philosophers. Priceless

[@walterdoran1655]

Great observations as always. The Great Robert Greene always delivers, can't wait for new book

[@gsomethingsomething2658]

Okay, reading Nietzsche is now on my (near term) bucket list. Thanks for the tip 👍

[@wolfesound]

I've always loved Nietzsche since I was a kid, also before I fully grasped what I was reading.

[@4SomethingMore444]

0:41 I discovered you, sir while i was stuck in a labyrinth at the age of 26. Thank you for showing me the way out! Much love ❤

[@seephisd]

In some of my darkest times his words were the only one that truly put me at ease.

[@charlytaylor1748]

Similar to me, my friend. Read at 16, still pops into my head aged 64.

[@redguy2489]

Robert. Im happy for your health progress.

[@nena_gz]

More of this! 😍 I love it! An unofficial book club of sorts! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mimim3475]

I was thinking of reading his book,then your video popped up! Now i have to read it !

[@brianpark8758]

Many years ago after reading The Genealogy of Morals, I bought a copy of `Thus Spoke Zarathustra.` I tried to read it, but I couldn`t make head nor tail of it. So, I set it aside for a time & went on to read every book of Nietzsche's, except `The Will to Power.` Then, one late night I went back to `Thus Spoke Zarathustra` & it blew my mind! It was a very strange but profound sensation. Perhaps in some ways akin to a psychotic episode, but in a positive way, if there is such a thing. He understood the importance of language & had an astonishing grasp of it. That`s why I hadn`t then, nor even to this day read The Will to Power, because it was compiled from his notes by his sister ("that vile sow" as he described her in a letter to a friend), Elizabeth Forster. I do intend to read it one day.

[@user-nw4ue6qr8o]

True, he had a very different, unique and open way of thinking; I could agree some more of what you're saying Mr. Greene.

[@hidekitojo2277]

Thank you sir for your eloquence in speaking of this great man

[@pointblack808]

It's my favorite too and I discovered him about the same age. I relate to this from the start.

[@WILSONeVi]

I’m currently reading “Thus Spoke Zarathustra” and it makes me feel more than any book I’ve read so far. Thanks for this amazing video! Looking forward to more :)

[@jakepokemonman1227]

Nietzche changed my life totally

[@danielscanlon7856]

You are quickly becoming my new favorite teacher of deep understanding and self development. I can’t wait to begin reading your books. I’m wondering if there is an ideal order in which to take on the information and view expressed in your work. Thank you so much for doing what you do!

[@danielscanlon7856]

Obviously my question is off topic. Sorry for that. Just wanted to attempt contact by using your most recent post.

[@ziggityzee3230]

Your my Nietzsche Mr. Greene. Thank you for all that you have given us through your literature.

[@kinetikcanvas]

Robert, while you commend his writing style, I must commend yours. Your ability to convey complex ideas and thoughts with such clarity and elegance is truly exceptional. Each book you have written has not only entertained but also enlightened your readers, offering profound insights and captivating narratives. Thank you for your invaluable contributions to the world of literature. Your work continues to inspire and resonate with so many.

[@GangsterReviews]

Exactly why Zarathustra gets angry when people are following exactly in he's footsteps

[@AN-dr9rk]

Awesome!! I feel same as you , if today's day one could sit and read 📚.. following now... nice to meet..😊

[@bcc341]

“He who has a why can bear almost any how. “

[@TheRealLazyBear]

Thank you so much Robert, i have learnt so much from you.

[@james.sirois]

BEST CONVERSATION EVER: Robert Greene & Nietzsche discussing power. Maybe you could write a dialectic? My god I just got an idea- I've begun writing a short film about Nietzsche, maybe it can be an alternative world where he meets Robert to discuss today's era, as he predicted and as Robert interprets it. Glad I came across this 😄

[@roopalishinde1514]

The Buddha - Siddharth Gautam Buddha is the ultimate philosopher for me❤..... Change is the only constant he said....n after all these eras this truth prevails.

[@ronaldlicaj6912]

He is probably the best author, genious, philosopher of all times . I have read all his books and it transforms the way you look at life !

[@letsplaywithlife3063]

I love Nietzsche and Robert Greene !

[@ayanguitar]

I have a personal inclination towards Immanuel Kant's work due to my love for scientific and transcendental interpretations. However, I agree that Nietzsche experienced and captured the common human emotions better.

[@cembasakofficial]

This is so true and thats the exact reason behind there u understanding this, thats why you are able to be writing these awesome books sir. We love you

[@freeman37]

Awesome philosopher! Thank you, Robert.

[@joelmaskell4936]

So glad you love him too! My favorite by far!

[@briandan0521]

Perspectival: that’s so cool. I think that people should be maneuverable in this world which is echoing what you have stated

[@cortneyellyn3233]

Just bought my first nietzsche book! It’ll be here tomorrow. I can’t wait to dive in

[@SamuelJFord]

You can tell from your books that Nietzsche profoundly influenced you - your style of writing is brutally honest, emotive, and gets right at the heart of the matter in a few pages.

[@SineEyed]

Thank you for sharing..

[@rico-sg]

Thanks, Robert.

[@sergeiseredych8685]

Thank you, Mr. Green 😊

[@mainstreet3023]

I wish you had spoken longer and more comprehensively because it was captivating to see someone, a grown man, carried away by their enthusiasm for an author.

[@ogwinshawty9866]

I can’t wait to read about him in sublime I’m gone stand up and salute soon I touch your new book 🎉

[@davidgbaigbor784]

To think that I discovered Robert Greene when I was 15 years old. Now in my 30s his writing fascinate me, I sometimes wish I could eat up all his publications 😂

[@angelwhitewolf1116]

Beautifully said, sir.

[@martinwarner1178]

50 years I've read Nietzsche. Various translations, one, by Doctor Muller, I believe his name was, was the best. Does any one know of this fellows work? Nietzsche has always increased my bravery, with a tinge of recklessness. His description of inspiration is so good, I could go on. Peace and goodwill.

[@thedeifiedjulius2310]

The greatest philosopher ever, and it is not particularly close. Never have I been so riveted by a man’s thoughts. No one comes close to his vigor, his greatness of spirit, his inimitable style. He, along with the Julius Caesar, is deserving of apotheosis; though he admonishes us to go our own way, and think for ourselves, so it would be contradictory to worship him; thus we must refrain. 🙏🏼

[@ericweis9771]

Yes, my favorite philosopher

[@aguillermo2498]

I suffered from very severe OCD for 15 years. Nietzsche's writings literally saved me.

[@rahatahmed6188]

How? I have ocd too.

[@SaschaOnBass]

Nietzsche & Schopenhauer, Kant & Adorno/Horkheimer. Nietzsches Piano Music is insanely beautiful also!

[@aslinfirmin212]

Yes, I agree with everything you said, Nietzsche is my guy too !

[@katiakay]

We had to read Nietzsche as part of my Political Science degree - Epistemology of Social Science. Love his works!

[@sohom_nandy]

sir, your book amazes me. I got the chance to read it this month and I just finished.I feel like I have found ahold a handbook of assessing different personality traits in people... Thank you for your work.

[@RobertGreeneOfficial]

Which book did you read?

[@sohom_nandy]

Art of Seduction@@RobertGreeneOfficial

[@user-vw2nr6wd9r]

​@@RobertGreeneOfficial The 48 law of power indeed

[@virkspiritual4939]

Thanks Robert for psychological knowledge ❤,🙏I wish people like you must Live longest and more genius birth rate must be

[@user-qz7zx2sd4v]

So interesting 🧐 thank you ❤

[@mitchywraps6373]

The way he explained him is great so I started reading neitzche

[@iwatchyoutube4179]

Nietzche is a man I truly adore. Even with his weakness dragging him down he choose to seek glory and fulfilment in his battling against cynical nihilism and to affirm his life simply to exist in this world. There are many idea I disagree with him but even that I would always adore a man that trying his best to affirm life for his version of glory. I'm actually having fun reading Thus spoken from Zarathustra because it's the only work I actually understand right now (lol).

[@DollaLlama]

Well said

[@fahadbinnazir5314]

I wish i had an uncle/big brother like you.

[@Freebird_05]

If I had to choose any three historical figures with whom I would have lunch ,I would choose Nietzsche every single time.

[@saxa21]

For all out War of ideas Epictetus Shopenhauer and Nietzche.

[@DhrubajyotiSengupta-oh5pg]

Great Content Sir 👍👍👍👍😊😊😊😊..... Friedrich Nietzsche was really a genius 👍👍👍👍👍... Really 👍👍👍👍👍

[@luismendez3090]

Robert.... your energy and communication skills is getting better with every video you produce. You look younger....great. thanks for sharing your wisdom. Please coach Biden .... please

[@Ockerby]

Great Video! Amor Fati! ⚡

[@rickyvoyvodic7898]

Looking good Robert!

[@viaceslavkiptilov1203]

Thank you Mr. Greene. Your wisdom and non-bullshit attitude brings a "light of reason" to this World. Alike to Carl Sagan's - A Demon Haunted World.

[@arthurwieczorek4894]

Perspective as life experiences. Perspective as goals. Perspective as social context. Perspective as ....

[@_..-.._..-.._]

Nietzsche lives! He changed his name to James Hyneman and works in myths & special effects.

[@RutagiMund]

'Amor Fati' is in line with the Stoic principle as well.

[@thihsareb]

I read the Book of Five Rings by Musashi in high school. That was in the70’s. Big impression on me. Even to this day.

[@randomfails4442]

great work! Robert, I love the way you view the world. Also, I have a suggestion: can you please improve the video editing style? A lot of people nowadays are attracted to it, so that increases your impact because it grabs their attention.

[@attri2292]

Just discovered neitzche and love the philosophy