The problem with lot of the self help books and videos also religion that forces ppl to look inside. Is that the the true hardcore narcs and envious ppl won't look at these videos or books or seek religions that force ppl to look in. For society to work properly we all have to look within and aim to improve.
Robert Greene is the homie. Thanks for being available for these contents and your books. I’m learning a lot and trying to put them into practice and it’s helping big time.
Thank you very much Robert. I’m excited to read your books. Thank god another sensible voice is flying around in this stormy existence. Very grateful for your thoughts and that you’re sharing them.
9:15 Robert finishes explaining how most people don’t listen during conversation. Host immediately responds with “yeah-“ and proceeds with his own tangent, proving Robert’s point.
I consider myself a good listener, but in a loooong conversation I can find myself spacing out at times and not able to tune in every second. This is normal. But congrats to finding "fault" with someone who in general is a great listener. Bravo👏👏👏
Robert Greene is one of the best authors of our time. I read and re-read all his books. The insights are life changing. I re-read his books all the time and find different angles and answers. Thank you for amazing interview 🙏
@@not-even-german4892 Childish and not needed But @jenn , That’s transparent of you and I admire you doing that. Ngl, I can get envious too. When it comes to social media, sometimes you can’t help but compare. And it really isn’t all what it seems,some people are paying for trips with credit cards, in debt, working basic jobs that they make seem to be high end, having parents help out with rent, depressed, so much more too.
Social media is a sewer for the mind. Spend a lot of time there and you start to stink and get sick. Leaving social media has been very beneficial for me also.
@@not-even-german4892Didn't she admit that? Envy is a universal human vice. It's not easy to conquer (and many people who think they've conquered it are self-deceived). Admitting she has envy and taking steps to mitigate it puts her far ahead of many of us.
VERY good suggestion. Ro ert Greene is one of the easiest Therapists to connect t to on video. He's compelling g and even keeled. I need to work on my listening skills 100% harder and just as consistently.
Great interview, thank you. I got into Soto Zen Buddhism in the early 1990s. I highly recommend reading Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind_ for anyone interested in starting a meditation practice. The first chapter or so instructs the basic technique (posture, breathing, etc.). If, like me, you can't sit in the full lotus position with both legs crossed, don't let that stop you. For that matter, don't let any physical issues hold you back. If you're breathing, the practice is possible; if you're not, well . . . Anyway, the book is a free PDF download or in print and on Audible.
I love that last piece of advice Robert gave: there’s so much in it & worth listening to a few times over & I am thankful to Rangan for not interrupting or rushing Robert through that golden nugget he delivered! ❤👏
Been working on all of this for the past 3 years... just beginning to fully grasp all my own issues and to apply and practice consistent conscience presence in my life . I appreciate the raw truth of this discussion.
I absolutely love You, Robert. I cannot even say with words, how much You helped me and how much I changed with Your help. And, to me, it is absolutely clear, that Your books take so much time to write. Because the way they are constructed. Every sentence is like a punch into my psyche. And every punch stays with me. And makes me a stronger individual. I wish You all the strength and love and waiting for the next book. Thank You for being so warm and comfortable in being You. Thank You for being my teacher.
Thank you so much, dear Mr. Greene, for being so profoundly, humanly honest and sharing your cogent, valuable thoughts and especially vulnerability after the stroke. How edifying and inspiring. Kudos also to the generous interviewer, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, for offering and modeling such deep, evocative listening and allowing Robert Greene to share in unimpeded, sweet flow, welcomed and uninterrupted by the interviewer's ideas and reactions. How brave and compassionate to yield to the speaker and not needing to evidence your own impressive experience, education and insights, which might feel unacknowledged, but we viewers can vibe with your high quality, sir.
Feeling the disconnect (social media) made to “connect yet it’s disconnected people. Everyone is walking with their phone through the grocery store, crossing the street, working out at the gym. What happened to looking up and saying something like “hello!?! Ridiculous.
Yes I did that today when my son was going nuts … I remained calm instead of being in his movie and reacting I am watching the movie and saying unaffected .
the parts of the video as i saw them (if anyone needs a map to these 89 minutes) - narcissism and envy and other 'bad' qualities -> picking up cues from others and feeling them (nonverbal communication) -> how ? about his meditation practice - irrationality and emotions - (emotions aren't words), you can become addicted to emotions (even anxiety or depression) - perspective + law of shortsightedness - we're being affected by others - is he still fascinated by others? irrationality of people - tweet "everything that happens to you is a form of instruction to you, if you pay attention" - unhappy? make things hard for ourselves to change things and get the needed urgency
This conversation injects humanity with clarity, hope and wisdom. This is an amazing effort to truly unearth the mysterious forces that drive the human psyche.
I got rid of methadone/amphetamines/lyrica/half a dozen psych meds/benzos/soda/social media and now porn and switched from smoking cigarettes to vaping (I plan to quit vaping eventually, too), and my life is immensely better as a result. A friend of mine told me yesterday that everybody in the recovery community in my area has been saying that I've been doing really well and they've all taken notice of it. Those joke comments "I was lazy and drank and the rest I wasted" is funny, but truly you do not want to live like that. Constant movement, exercise, with one day off from all of it to indulge in laziness per week, has been a good way for me to balance things. Today, I only drink caffeine, consume tech on my computer during my time off, vape and take 2 medications, and I'm doing so much better.
That's great. I would advise you to change your profile pic and username, because if you don't, you will continue to align yourself with that name and that will be your identity. Embrace what you want to become, not who you were. Good luck 🤞🏼
I totally agree but some of us are so self absorbed they don't have the time to be envious. I know I put myself where I am it's nobody's fault but mine.
Ok Dr. Chatterjee... I love you as a doctor and as a person. The fact that you meet your patience and walk with them to the examination room is so special. You work is helping so many people , me included. Thank you.
The comments about people being roaring lions from behind the curtain reminded me of the scene in wizard of oz, when the wizard gets found out. If social media had transparency like we have in the street then it would possibly help people be more graceful. I think the curtain plus the written word being powerful is an underestimated power a lot of us don't use carefully enough.
I did the whole street preaching thing and used to be a hardcore christian but I still felt empty Inside. So I searched for God in Islam and Mormonism and Santeria/voodoo and drug's and alcohol but I became more Lost and was on the streets once. It wasn't until I hit Rock bottom and gave up on Life, and told God that if this is what God's wants for and if God wants me to suffer, I told him 'okay' and I surrendered and then and only then is when God spoke to me and touch me and my Life changed instantly!! God is nothing like how the religions claim. God is Bigger than religion and bigger than The Bible and Bigger than The Quran.
Every time you interview a person as this great man, and knowledgeable person, You amazed me with this extraordinary channel that you Dr. Chatterjee manage so well! You are transmitting a such powerful message to all us. I totally agree with your feelings, thoughts, knowledge as well. Great, Great!
I found out when I was a teenager that if I paid close enough attention to foreigners who were speaking to each other in their own language, I could decipher what they were talking about. I never studied other languages, so I found that fascinating. And it puzzled them, too, when I could help them out with directions to places they were trying to find. I did this often with the foreign exchange students who came to the US.
Me too. I watched my neighbours having a whole conversation in a different language & knew exactly what what it was about and the outcome because i watched the body language and listened to the tone of voice & pacing.
I just want you to know, that through your podcast the knowledge you have given me has given me so much more belief in myself and therefore had such an impact on my children's life also... A big thank you from the bottom of my heart.... Noel 💙💯 Birkenhead.
I so appreciate your videos and commitment to making lives better, by whom you choose to interview and the types of questions you ask. Thank you @DrRanganChatterjee!
That’s how I am right now, missing that energie to reinvent myself. I am very aware of bouth terms.the need of become a new person, and the need to have all the energie is needed to do that.😔
I really enjoined the interview. One of the best I have listen. Especially the advice at the end, honest , real and ''tough love'' kind like. Thank you Robert Greene.
Truly inspiring! The message starting at 1:24:00 is so powerful. Dr. Chaterjee is an amazing interviewer; listens carefully, knows huge amount of Robert’s work, asks excellent questions. Thank you so much for this interview.
Incredible and very timely chat as I’ve lost my Drive and motivation and cannot work out why, this has helped me; identify why I’ve been miserable, frustrated, angry, envy etc as well as off track with my fitness (no real goal) it’s because I’ve stopped Meditating many months ago restarted my 5Am Club Jan 1st 2022 and lasted 200days. Before having to get extra work (to pay the bills) and got very tired- and couldn’t maintain/sustain my routine. This interview has helped me recognise that I’m missing my 20 mediation (in my 5am club). So that’s me back (testing my 5am C tomorrow morning) prior to Jan 1 2023!!! I’m back- thank you both!! Also the last Question eg final words has connected to the urgency and high motivation- so a great end of Year interview. Roberts book is now on my wish list and my first book Dr C (new Book) has arrived for Xmas (half way through at the mo- fantastic) and thank you for the game and life changing podcasts and work it’s incredible 🙏 Si Surrey 🇬🇧
Isn’t that funny? Every time I’m off track, I can trace it back to abandoning my core routines that got me to the better place in the first place. Somehow life pops up (whether it be more work, family emergency, kids needing more from us, etc etc) and I tell myself I can skip parts of the morning routine or I deserve to rest rather than driving to the gym. Then, not long after that, I have abandoned all my routines and gained 20lbs. 😩 Now that I wholeheartedly accept that I MUST protect my core routines like i would protect my kids from a threat, I still don’t have *desire* to put one foot in front of the other … to get back on the proverbial wagon after this last 18 months of crushing blows. So your comment struck a cord with me 😅 I’m trying to adopt the belief that “I don’t need motivation or desire. I just need discipline.” But knowing that and DOING that are still different things. 😵💫 Just wanted to send my best wishes to you. 🎉❤
Dear Sig? (sorry, dont know your first name) I read your open-hearted comment and sincerely hope everything is better, and if I can give you my 2 cents without knowing more about your situation, lack of drive is usually due to not having an end goal or exit goal. Again, I dont know your particular situation but maybe this can help: Picture yourself in 5 years and try to reverse engineer your way to there (not how you will get there but how you got there) Hope it helps :)
@@lauralou4852 apologize for intruding, but I read your comment just after reading SIG's and it deeply saddens me to read about your struggle as I can relate, and as you said, discipline is the key but also as you wisely said is easier said than done. One exercise that has been useful to some of my clients is this: Picture your day, your whole routine on a normal day, now on a sheet of paper draw a sine wave (like a laying down S), draw it big enough so you can write on it. Now write your daily activities along the sine wave, and put the things that make you feel good on the high part of the sine and those that make you feel low on the lower part. You would notice the good and bad moments in your day (you can also put smiley faces on them) and more or less at what time they are happening. Now that you have a map of your day try to insert your exercise routine at a time slot that works for you, or maybe you can get creative with your day if you have some restrictions. Is just a visual aid but hope it helps :)
If anything I have payed too much attention to people,having moved so much finally ending up in Philadelphia 8 years ago. Which has turned out to be an extremely insular large city and like many cities an evergrowing mega college town full of self-centered 20 somethings. Did my great deeds for my neighbors in New York for decades which in that same spirit fell on deaf ears with all of my efforts in Philadelphia just the same. Great conversation by the way.
I can't imagine who these people think they are, deciding that any life is less worthy than others. There is no single formula for living. People are social animals except those who are not. People need a sense of purpose except those who don't. It's not helpful to listen to people when one isn't interested in the particular person. It may be more useful for some people to more honest and let others know they are not interested and would rather think about themselves at the moment. Humans are a complicated species with a range of experiences and drives. It only makes people feel sad and displaced to keep harping on about how to fit in. Not everyone needs to feel good or to change. For some people there's a huge benefit in honouring every feeling as it arises and sticking with it through a deep process. Proselytizing that something is wrong with someone can be demoralizing and lead to persistent anxiety. There is nothing wrong with anyone and reinforcing their sense that they are defective doesn't help. Fair enough to respond to people who ask for help. But, does it help to join them in feeling they are defective?
I've frequently been frustrated with this - with "normal" conversation where it goes so fast and no one seems to REALLY listen. Inspirting-I'm going to work on my listening skills, listening deeply. I know with clients I can do this deeply, but I want to improve on listening to my partner.
I was struck by Robert's observations about envy, and how no one will admit to it. Well, what I've noticed about myself is that my lack of envy is not normal, and not a good thing. Envy can be a powerful motivator. It isn't necessarily negative. Envy that causes a person to undermine someone else is poisonous, but envy that motivates people to become more excellent and outshine others is not a bad thing. Or at least I don't see why it should be.
Wow. I was not looking for a video like this, but it certainly found me. Confirmation & Synchronicities. The Universe brings to us in order to be "Reveled" at the time its appropriate for us when we need it the most. Thank you. ✨️❤️✨️
This was an interesting conversation. Unusually I noticed I was a little annoyed with the flow of the interview, like Dr Chatterjee was often not responding to what Mr Greene had said but moving onto another point. This lead me to wonder what it was in my own life that it was triggering. Maybe an inability to fully listen and respond to people because I am distracted with my thoughts? Thank you both for an interesting video.
I just love this man - wished I have the opportunity to learn from him when I was twenties (back in China) - The cutures countries are different, but the principles and human natures are the same.
In another podcast Greene said his closest friends never read his books. I wish I knew this truth as a young creative but no regrets. Now I won't waste my energy with certain people. With them I just talk about sports and the weather.
I started my journey fueled with passion to achieve goals (career) that i desired in my life more than 1 year ago. Lately, the previous 2 weeks was the end of that journey as i was exposed to many things in life that are so contradicted with my belief and goals I'd set before. Now I accidentally find this podcast that seems to be a possibility to help me with my depression i'm having right now. Hope it can solve it.
@Ryan Holiday I have been listening to your podcasts and have started reading your books. I’m not a traditional philosopher, but I enjoy listening and reading a variety of topics that allow insight into the human condition and consciousness. This specific podcast made me think of another book I’ve recently read called The Places That Scare You by Pema Chodron. The term for the practices of a level of stoicism and self awareness but which offers empathy and compassion is called “bodhichitta” in this book. This is a warrior practice in Buddhism. I hope this adds to the conversation here.
No you are not a neuroscientist, but as a consciousness writer who has had a stroke you certainly have unique bonafides. Thank you for this content and the gift of you experience.
I have attempted to meditate many times in my life and prior to this CD the only success I've experienced is with live guided meditation. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxzpa8CIfZcihW4Z0F_ja0QF3W9KIatrsq This is the first CD I've used that cuts through my unmedicated ADHD and enables me to truly relax and experience a quiet and energizing interval. The instructors voice is very soothing and pleasant to listen to. I am easily able to sit successfully through the entire CD, and for quite some time after. I cannot adequately express how tremendously helpful this CD has been on my spiritual journey!! Two thumbs up and 10 stars!
I am not sure if in a conversation we are just thinking about ourselves, in many situations I think we care more about what the other person thinks of us, though I guess it kind of is the same thing. We are such fragile creatures in so many ways.
I am aware of my dark side had to go into it because I was a victim of being involved with a cult unknowingly, was guided by a close partner. His mom tongue kissed me unwilling and sucked my life, after that I was broken mentally. They never thought I would prevail. but God spoke to me that I would overcome. He is putting me on a mission to speak about My Life.
Robert’s point at the end where he says that when you’re young you should keep in mind that you don’t have time, and as a result you won’t get comfortable and complacent, is correct, and it’s something I follow. However, I have to point out that it does create anxiety within me, where if I feel I’m stagnating, I get obsessed with thinking of my next steps to move forward and then ultimately take action. I think Robert would agree with that if pointed out, as he said in the interview that he himself faces a lot of anxiety. This isn’t a criticism of his point, but I feel it’s an important byproduct of that mindset to point out
I love your comment and it resonates with me completely. I live in a very multicultural society and I could write a book about all the differences I perceived over the last 20 years. And yet, each ethnic group has almost cookie cutter, predictable behaviours.
You have to unlearn what you have learned to find yourself and not to be what you are teached through life.... Learn to be alone, if it is possible at all in your life :) Good hunt finding yourself....
32:07 key!!! I had a talk therapy psychiatrist who would ALWAYS walk in front of me and this was afterhours so the office was empty and that made it more uncomfortable and uncomfortable
This really tells me how he thinks. I certainly work with a lot of good people who are selfless and clearly not envious and push other ahead to succeed. I'd hate to live in his world. 😢
It's really an insightful conversation .got to learn lot about human nature .human nature is really fascinating ...thnk you dr.ranjan and Dr .green for this wonderful conversation
I thought envy was about wanting to be like another - that could be seen as a quality in that it inspires. Jealousy is wanting what another has, taking it from them. That seems to be what’s being described here. Jealousy is where the suffering lies imo
No envy is more evil. Jealousy is when you simply wish or want what someone else has. Envy is not only do you want what they have, you also want them not to have it. You wish something bad would happen to them
dude, it ain't hard for me to admit i'm envious of certain things. i'm envious of beautiful people, i'm envious of rich people, i'm envious of brilliant people, i'm envious of funny people. but i don't let it eat me alive, and i don't let it dominate my thoughts. but it's def there. seems crazy immature to me for someone to exclaim they *aren't* envious of anyone or anything.
Thank you got this wonderful conversation. I really enjoyed it.
The problem with lot of the self help books and videos also religion that forces ppl to look inside. Is that the the true hardcore narcs and envious ppl won't look at these videos or books or seek religions that force ppl to look in. For society to work properly we all have to look within and aim to improve.
Thank you both! I really enjoy listening to your wisdom Robert!
I wish more men were so aware 😆
Robert Greene is the homie. Thanks for being available for these contents and your books. I’m learning a lot and trying to put them into practice and it’s helping big time.
Hey man you're brilliant! Hallelujah
Thank you very much Robert. I’m excited to read your books. Thank god another sensible voice is flying around in this stormy existence. Very grateful for your thoughts and that you’re sharing them.
9:15 Robert finishes explaining how most people don’t listen during conversation.
Host immediately responds with “yeah-“ and proceeds with his own tangent, proving Robert’s point.
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Good observation 🤣
Steven from diary of a ceo listens well to his guest and engage at the right time
@sapienspace8814not related but lol😂😂
I consider myself a good listener, but in a loooong conversation I can find myself spacing out at times and not able to tune in every second. This is normal. But congrats to finding "fault" with someone who in general is a great listener. Bravo👏👏👏
Robert Greene is one of the best authors of our time. I read and re-read all his books. The insights are life changing. I re-read his books all the time and find different angles and answers. Thank you for amazing interview 🙏
I got rid of FB due to my envy. I feel much better without it. It's toxic and not even real representations of life. A bragging and argument forum
U have a problem 😮😮😮
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Childish and not needed
But @jenn ,
That’s transparent of you and I admire you doing that. Ngl, I can get envious too. When it comes to social media, sometimes you can’t help but compare. And it really isn’t all what it seems,some people are paying for trips with credit cards, in debt, working basic jobs that they make seem to be high end, having parents help out with rent, depressed, so much more too.
@@not-even-german4892 because of people just like YOU!
Social media is a sewer for the mind. Spend a lot of time there and you start to stink and get sick.
Leaving social media has been very beneficial for me also.
@@not-even-german4892Didn't she admit that? Envy is a universal human vice. It's not easy to conquer (and many people who think they've conquered it are self-deceived). Admitting she has envy and taking steps to mitigate it puts her far ahead of many of us.
What a wonderful stellar interview. Robert Greene is an transparent, eloquent, incredible human being
Please do a timestamp on each question/topic! It's going to benefit both your channel and us, audience.
Yes please
VERY good suggestion. Ro ert Greene is one of the easiest Therapists to connect t to on video. He's compelling g and even keeled. I need to work on my listening skills 100% harder and just as consistently.
Yes Please
He's right. I'm half listening to Robert right now.
Great interview, thank you.
I got into Soto Zen Buddhism in the early 1990s. I highly recommend reading Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind_ for anyone interested in starting a meditation practice.
The first chapter or so instructs the basic technique (posture, breathing, etc.). If, like me, you can't sit in the full lotus position with both legs crossed, don't let that stop you. For that matter, don't let any physical issues hold you back. If you're breathing, the practice is possible; if you're not, well . . .
Anyway, the book is a free PDF download or in print and on Audible.
Robert proves that there is no shortcut to success. Period .
I jsut keep aiming lower :)
I love that last piece of advice Robert gave: there’s so much in it & worth listening to a few times over & I am thankful to Rangan for not interrupting or rushing Robert through that golden nugget he delivered! ❤👏
Been working on all of this for the past 3 years... just beginning to fully grasp all my own issues and to apply and practice consistent conscience presence in my life . I appreciate the raw truth of this discussion.
I absolutely love You, Robert. I cannot even say with words, how much You helped me and how much I changed with Your help. And, to me, it is absolutely clear, that Your books take so much time to write. Because the way they are constructed. Every sentence is like a punch into my psyche. And every punch stays with me. And makes me a stronger individual. I wish You all the strength and love and waiting for the next book. Thank You for being so warm and comfortable in being You. Thank You for being my teacher.
That's the #1 thing I teach athletes I coach - AWARENESS. The best athletes in the world have a high level of self-awareness.
I really like Robert Greene, what a lovely, genuine man who has so much to teach us all. Thanks for this great video! Appreciated.
Thank you so much, dear Mr. Greene, for being so profoundly, humanly honest and sharing your cogent, valuable thoughts and especially vulnerability after the stroke. How edifying and inspiring.
Kudos also to the generous interviewer, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, for offering and modeling such deep, evocative listening and allowing Robert Greene to share in unimpeded, sweet flow, welcomed and uninterrupted by the interviewer's ideas and reactions. How brave and compassionate to yield to the speaker and not needing to evidence your own impressive experience, education and insights, which might feel unacknowledged, but we viewers can vibe with your high quality, sir.
Feeling the disconnect (social media) made to “connect yet it’s disconnected people. Everyone is walking with their phone through the grocery store, crossing the street, working out at the gym. What happened to looking up and saying something like “hello!?! Ridiculous.
The worst thing is parents ignoring their children - faces on phones instead of interacting with the children/babies.
I also feel like it has disconnected me from myself… I have developed an avoidant personality.
I’m honestly in love with Robert Greene’s teachings, they’re so insightful.
Yes I did that today when my son was going nuts … I remained calm instead of being in his movie and reacting I am watching the movie and saying unaffected .
CALM method Jennifer Kolari
the parts of the video as i saw them (if anyone needs a map to these 89 minutes)
- narcissism and envy and other 'bad' qualities -> picking up cues from others and feeling them (nonverbal communication) -> how ? about his meditation practice
- irrationality and emotions - (emotions aren't words), you can become addicted to emotions (even anxiety or depression)
- perspective + law of shortsightedness
- we're being affected by others
- is he still fascinated by others? irrationality of people
- tweet "everything that happens to you is a form of instruction to you, if you pay attention"
- unhappy? make things hard for ourselves to change things and get the needed urgency
Thank you
Thanks for doing this
This conversation injects humanity with clarity, hope and wisdom. This is an amazing effort to truly unearth the mysterious forces that drive the human psyche.
I got rid of methadone/amphetamines/lyrica/half a dozen psych meds/benzos/soda/social media and now porn and switched from smoking cigarettes to vaping (I plan to quit vaping eventually, too), and my life is immensely better as a result. A friend of mine told me yesterday that everybody in the recovery community in my area has been saying that I've been doing really well and they've all taken notice of it. Those joke comments "I was lazy and drank and the rest I wasted" is funny, but truly you do not want to live like that. Constant movement, exercise, with one day off from all of it to indulge in laziness per week, has been a good way for me to balance things. Today, I only drink caffeine, consume tech on my computer during my time off, vape and take 2 medications, and I'm doing so much better.
That's great. I would advise you to change your profile pic and username, because if you don't, you will continue to align yourself with that name and that will be your identity. Embrace what you want to become, not who you were. Good luck 🤞🏼
Congratulations! You're on a great path. I'm in a similar place myself. I wish you all the best.
Keep on your path. Hope you are well and working on yourself
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I totally agree but some of us are so self absorbed they don't have the time to be envious. I know I put myself where I am it's nobody's fault but mine.
Ok Dr. Chatterjee... I love you as a doctor and as a person. The fact that you meet your patience and walk with them to the examination room is so special. You work is helping so many people , me included. Thank you.
Thank you Robert Greene. Everytime I feel stuck I want to listen to you. Thank you for your guidance. More power to you!
The comments about people being roaring lions from behind the curtain reminded me of the scene in wizard of oz, when the wizard gets found out. If social media had transparency like we have in the street then it would possibly help people be more graceful. I think the curtain plus the written word being powerful is an underestimated power a lot of us don't use carefully enough.
I did the whole street preaching thing and used to be a hardcore christian but I still felt empty Inside. So I searched for God in Islam and Mormonism and Santeria/voodoo and drug's and alcohol but I became more Lost and was on the streets once. It wasn't until I hit Rock bottom and gave up on Life, and told God that if this is what God's wants for and if God wants me to suffer, I told him 'okay' and I surrendered and then and only then is when God spoke to me and touch me and my Life changed instantly!! God is nothing like how the religions claim. God is Bigger than religion and bigger than The Bible and Bigger than The Quran.
Every time you interview a person as this great man, and knowledgeable person, You amazed me with this extraordinary channel that you Dr. Chatterjee manage so well! You are transmitting a such powerful message to all us.
I totally agree with your feelings, thoughts, knowledge as well. Great, Great!
I found out when I was a teenager that if I paid close enough attention to foreigners who were speaking to each other in their own language, I could decipher what they were talking about. I never studied other languages, so I found that fascinating. And it puzzled them, too, when I could help them out with directions to places they were trying to find. I did this often with the foreign exchange students who came to the US.
Me too. I watched my neighbours having a whole conversation in a different language & knew exactly what what it was about and the outcome because i watched the body language and listened to the tone of voice & pacing.
I just want you to know, that through your podcast the knowledge you have given me has given me so much more belief in myself and therefore had such an impact on my children's life also...
A big thank you from the bottom of my heart....
Noel 💙💯
Birkenhead.
I’m about to read the human nature now you made me more excited
Gents, thank you both, what a wonderful conversation. Robert, wishing you the best of health man.
Thank you for having Robert over. He is a Blessing to humanity
Finally a very wise man a good podcast you understand how things works.life should be an exchange between us to grow all
Robert Greene is my favorite author.
I so appreciate your videos and commitment to making lives better, by whom you choose to interview and the types of questions you ask. Thank you @DrRanganChatterjee!
This is truly fantastic, I have read many of Robert's books and for me this is his best interview yet. Thank you.
I love this dear man for sharing his awareness. Most people are not aware. I think he's absolutely beeautiful
That’s how I am right now, missing that energie to reinvent myself. I am very aware of bouth terms.the need of become a new person, and the need to have all the energie is needed to do that.😔
1:23:47 If you came because of the title but don't have 90min of attention span available...
bless you!
Thank you!
What an AMAZING AMAZING interview!!! I just came across Robert Greene today and this came up in my feed. Thank you both so much ❤
I really enjoined the interview. One of the best I have listen. Especially the advice at the end, honest , real and ''tough love'' kind like. Thank you Robert Greene.
I'm still learning a lot from Me. Greene, thank you for this interview.
Truly inspiring! The message starting at 1:24:00 is so powerful. Dr. Chaterjee is an amazing interviewer; listens carefully, knows huge amount of Robert’s work, asks excellent questions. Thank you so much for this interview.
Thanks for highlighting this part
Incredible and very timely chat as I’ve lost my
Drive and motivation and cannot work out why, this has helped me; identify why I’ve been miserable, frustrated, angry, envy etc as well as off track with my fitness (no real goal) it’s because I’ve stopped Meditating many months ago restarted my 5Am Club Jan 1st 2022 and lasted 200days. Before having to get extra work (to pay the bills) and got very tired- and couldn’t maintain/sustain my routine. This interview has helped me recognise that I’m missing my 20 mediation (in my 5am club). So that’s me back (testing my 5am C tomorrow morning) prior to Jan 1 2023!!! I’m back- thank you both!! Also the last Question eg final words has connected to the urgency and high motivation- so a great end of Year interview. Roberts book is now on my wish list and my first book Dr C (new
Book) has arrived for Xmas (half way through at the mo- fantastic) and thank you for the game and life changing podcasts and work it’s incredible 🙏 Si Surrey 🇬🇧
Isn’t that funny? Every time I’m off track, I can trace it back to abandoning my core routines that got me to the better place in the first place. Somehow life pops up (whether it be more work, family emergency, kids needing more from us, etc etc) and I tell myself I can skip parts of the morning routine or I deserve to rest rather than driving to the gym. Then, not long after that, I have abandoned all my routines and gained 20lbs. 😩
Now that I wholeheartedly accept that I MUST protect my core routines like i would protect my kids from a threat, I still don’t have *desire* to put one foot in front of the other … to get back on the proverbial wagon after this last 18 months of crushing blows.
So your comment struck a cord with me 😅 I’m trying to adopt the belief that “I don’t need motivation or desire. I just need discipline.” But knowing that and DOING that are still different things. 😵💫
Just wanted to send my best wishes to you. 🎉❤
Dear Sig? (sorry, dont know your first name) I read your open-hearted comment and sincerely hope everything is better, and if I can give you my 2 cents without knowing more about your situation, lack of drive is usually due to not having an end goal or exit goal. Again, I dont know your particular situation but maybe this can help: Picture yourself in 5 years and try to reverse engineer your way to there (not how you will get there but how you got there) Hope it helps :)
@@lauralou4852 apologize for intruding, but I read your comment just after reading SIG's and it deeply saddens me to read about your struggle as I can relate, and as you said, discipline is the key but also as you wisely said is easier said than done. One exercise that has been useful to some of my clients is this: Picture your day, your whole routine on a normal day, now on a sheet of paper draw a sine wave (like a laying down S), draw it big enough so you can write on it. Now write your daily activities along the sine wave, and put the things that make you feel good on the high part of the sine and those that make you feel low on the lower part. You would notice the good and bad moments in your day (you can also put smiley faces on them) and more or less at what time they are happening. Now that you have a map of your day try to insert your exercise routine at a time slot that works for you, or maybe you can get creative with your day if you have some restrictions. Is just a visual aid but hope it helps :)
Always love listening to Robert Greene and Dr. Chatterjee is an amazing interviewer! Thank you both for bringing this insightful talk to us!
Risks vs Benefits - overall technology has been misused on many levels and very detrimental to humans and society.
The part on the sublime, and finding it in the ordinary was quite profound, especially in the way it came to Robert.
The Medium is the Massage, is a great book that hits a lot of points talked about here. Incredible this book was written in the 70's.
If anything I have payed too much attention to people,having moved so much finally ending up in Philadelphia 8 years ago.
Which has turned out to be an extremely insular large city and like many cities an evergrowing mega college town full of self-centered 20 somethings.
Did my great deeds for my neighbors in New York for decades which in that same spirit fell on deaf ears with all of my efforts in Philadelphia just the same.
Great conversation by the way.
This is the best podcast I have stumbled on to in quite some time.
I can't imagine who these people think they are, deciding that any life is less worthy than others. There is no single formula for living. People are social animals except those who are not. People need a sense of purpose except those who don't. It's not helpful to listen to people when one isn't interested in the particular person. It may be more useful for some people to more honest and let others know they are not interested and would rather think about themselves at the moment. Humans are a complicated species with a range of experiences and drives. It only makes people feel sad and displaced to keep harping on about how to fit in. Not everyone needs to feel good or to change. For some people there's a huge benefit in honouring every feeling as it arises and sticking with it through a deep process. Proselytizing that something is wrong with someone can be demoralizing and lead to persistent anxiety. There is nothing wrong with anyone and reinforcing their sense that they are defective doesn't help. Fair enough to respond to people who ask for help. But, does it help to join them in feeling they are defective?
I've frequently been frustrated with this - with "normal" conversation where it goes so fast and no one seems to REALLY listen. Inspirting-I'm going to work on my listening skills, listening deeply. I know with clients I can do this deeply, but I want to improve on listening to my partner.
I was struck by Robert's observations about envy, and how no one will admit to it. Well, what I've noticed about myself is that my lack of envy is not normal, and not a good thing. Envy can be a powerful motivator. It isn't necessarily negative. Envy that causes a person to undermine someone else is poisonous, but envy that motivates people to become more excellent and outshine others is not a bad thing. Or at least I don't see why it should be.
I’ve always considered it as - not easily impressed by others vs envy.
Robert is pure genius! I’m obsessed with him! Brilliant men
Wow.
I was not looking for a video like this, but it certainly found me.
Confirmation & Synchronicities.
The Universe brings to us in order to be "Reveled" at the time its appropriate for us when we need it the most.
Thank you.
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ROBERT GREENE YOU ARE THE BEST! ❤❤❤❤❤
This interview is so incredibly helpful! Will listen to this so many times! ❤
This was an interesting conversation. Unusually I noticed I was a little annoyed with the flow of the interview, like Dr Chatterjee was often not responding to what Mr Greene had said but moving onto another point. This lead me to wonder what it was in my own life that it was triggering. Maybe an inability to fully listen and respond to people because I am distracted with my thoughts?
Thank you both for an interesting video.
Such a GEM of a conversation. Thank you so much guys, for sharing this with us!
I just love this man - wished I have the opportunity to learn from him when I was twenties (back in China) - The cutures countries are different, but the principles and human natures are the same.
25 years young here and I’m very grateful to have the awareness to listen to people like him and eckhart tolle, Jordan Peterson, Carl Jung, etc.
In another podcast Greene said his closest friends never read his books. I wish I knew this truth as a young creative but no regrets. Now I won't waste my energy with certain people. With them I just talk about sports and the weather.
I started my journey fueled with passion to achieve goals (career) that i desired in my life more than 1 year ago. Lately, the previous 2 weeks was the end of that journey as i was exposed to many things in life that are so contradicted with my belief and goals I'd set before. Now I accidentally find this podcast that seems to be a possibility to help me with my depression i'm having right now. Hope it can solve it.
@Ryan Holiday I have been listening to your podcasts and have started reading your books. I’m not a traditional philosopher, but I enjoy listening and reading a variety of topics that allow insight into the human condition and consciousness. This specific podcast made me think of another book I’ve recently read called The Places That Scare You by Pema Chodron. The term for the practices of a level of stoicism and self awareness but which offers empathy and compassion is called “bodhichitta” in this book. This is a warrior practice in Buddhism. I hope this adds to the conversation here.
It’s interesting. Of course, at times like these…it’s time to consider.
No you are not a neuroscientist, but as a consciousness writer who has had a stroke you certainly have unique bonafides. Thank you for this content and the gift of you experience.
I have attempted to meditate many times in my life and prior to this CD the only success I've experienced is with live guided meditation. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxzpa8CIfZcihW4Z0F_ja0QF3W9KIatrsq This is the first CD I've used that cuts through my unmedicated ADHD and enables me to truly relax and experience a quiet and energizing interval. The instructors voice is very soothing and pleasant to listen to. I am easily able to sit successfully through the entire CD, and for quite some time after. I cannot adequately express how tremendously helpful this CD has been on my spiritual journey!! Two thumbs up and 10 stars!
Two amazing practitioners in there own right. Emence respect for both their work followed both for years. 🙏
I find my issue is ,I have too much self awareness. Not sure if that's more negative than positive..
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What a brilliant and beautiful conversation this was. Thanks I really needed this.
@RobertGreeneOfficial I see you, brother! I really do. Thank you.
I have a lot of narcissist traits not proud of it but I notice them and need to work on becoming better
Great topic and important information to help people navigate through life
Great program. Thank you. I ENVY ROBERT GREENE....he´s so articulately erudite.
He takes a long time to explain what any 6 year old already knows
Robert hits the nail on the head.
I am not sure if in a conversation we are just thinking about ourselves, in many situations I think we care more about what the other person thinks of us, though I guess it kind of is the same thing. We are such fragile creatures in so many ways.
I am aware of my dark side had to go into it because I was a victim of being involved with a cult unknowingly, was guided by a close partner. His mom tongue kissed me unwilling and sucked my life, after that I was broken mentally. They never thought I would prevail. but God spoke to me that I would overcome. He is putting me on a mission to speak about My Life.
This came right in time, thank you
8:20 that makes total sense people would be wired to be self-absorbed when stressed.
reminds me of b salzmans passive listening
Robert’s point at the end where he says that when you’re young you should keep in mind that you don’t have time, and as a result you won’t get comfortable and complacent, is correct, and it’s something I follow. However, I have to point out that it does create anxiety within me, where if I feel I’m stagnating, I get obsessed with thinking of my next steps to move forward and then ultimately take action. I think Robert would agree with that if pointed out, as he said in the interview that he himself faces a lot of anxiety. This isn’t a criticism of his point, but I feel it’s an important byproduct of that mindset to point out
Know thyself
Different ethnic groups are hardwired different...💯 Facts, Ask any Detective .
I love your comment and it resonates with me completely. I live in a very multicultural society and I could write a book about all the differences I perceived over the last 20 years. And yet, each ethnic group has almost cookie cutter, predictable behaviours.
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It's nice of you to share your coping tacts with others, but true success means not needing to tell yourself beautiful lies. Cheers
You have to unlearn what you have learned to find yourself and not to be what you are teached through life.... Learn to be alone, if it is possible at all in your life :) Good hunt finding yourself....
32:07 key!!! I had a talk therapy psychiatrist who would ALWAYS walk in front of me and this was afterhours so the office was empty and that made it more uncomfortable and uncomfortable
Thank you Dr. Chatterjee. Grateful for your work.
“Bad thing are the best education that could ever happen to you” 💯
I feel fortunate to be a writer because I am always interested in other people’s stories.
It’s really inspiring me knowing there are some philosophical videos books waiting for me to explore. Thank u!
Let all the forces of this earth and universe bless us human beings to live
Robert is such a sincerely good human who genuinely gives what he has learned to others. I will always support him by purchasing his books. ❤❤❤
Kidding me????! No and no. Open eyes.
The formation of the ego is all about separation so here is the evidence that every human is a narcissist
Brilliant conversation with a brilliant man.
This really tells me how he thinks. I certainly work with a lot of good people who are selfless and clearly not envious and push other ahead to succeed. I'd hate to live in his world. 😢
Robert hugs, DrRangan hugs great sit down pow wow thank you!
Thanks for describing repentance.
It's really an insightful conversation .got to learn lot about human nature .human nature is really fascinating ...thnk you dr.ranjan and Dr .green for this wonderful conversation
My view: there is no fault, there is only PERSONAL way to REALISATION.
Great conversation. The last part is really awesome and can help many people 🙏🏼
I thought envy was about wanting to be like another - that could be seen as a quality in that it inspires. Jealousy is wanting what another has, taking it from them. That seems to be what’s being described here. Jealousy is where the suffering lies imo
Yeah fair point.
No envy is more evil. Jealousy is when you simply wish or want what someone else has. Envy is not only do you want what they have, you also want them not to have it. You wish something bad would happen to them
dude, it ain't hard for me to admit i'm envious of certain things. i'm envious of beautiful people, i'm envious of rich people, i'm envious of brilliant people, i'm envious of funny people.
but i don't let it eat me alive, and i don't let it dominate my thoughts. but it's def there. seems crazy immature to me for someone to exclaim they *aren't* envious of anyone or anything.
An amazing conversation with two great minds. Thank you.
It's not the medium, it's the people who use it.
Or are being used by it.
Chase Hughes is a superb expert to start with developing body language analysis and how to master this. He is also on the Behaviour Channel.