Advice for Aspiring Writers
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- čas přidán 1. 06. 2024
- 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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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:55 - What makes for a good idea?
3:30 - Why do most books suck today?
5:30 - System for organizing ideas
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you my favorite author please help me write my book the 48 laws of power and 33 strategies of war have save my life literally.
@@chosenanointedone He got a newsletter on his website...
Give us the universal bible of becoming a writer. Make that your next book mr. Greene.
Bonjour Robert, Pourriez-vous éventuellement nous montrer votre système d'organisation avec les cartes ? Vous le décrivez parfaitement dans le document que j'ai pu télécharger à propos des trois secrets pour mieux écrire et réfléchir. Toutefois, je suis tellement curieuse de le voir en vrai !
Merci beaucoup de votre travail et votre contribution à l'human dans toutes ses incohérences qui ne sont pas dénuées de logique. Je crois que je ne me suis jamais autant remise en question dans ma vie qu'après la lecture des lois de la nature humaine !
Merci infiniment de m'avoir donné les moyens de me regarder autrement.
Il est vraiment désagréable de réaliser à quel point on peut être trompé sur nos motivations profondes et sur bien d'autres choses ! Ciao ! ;)
Because of you, I realized how great I am.
Same 🙏🏾
You are extraordinarily humble 😅
In all seriousness, though, you are super great. You have limitless potential, and you can reach any height you desire so long as you are willing to have the right attitude 🙂
Which book caused you more by green ???
@@livewithhem1919 all of his books. Especially, Mastery, Laws of Human Nature, art of seduction
@@PondersomeIndeed thank you.. No limit to what the human mind can achieve..
I've written books myself, and I can tell you that as long as what you're writing is important to you, it's NOT torture, or tedious, or boring. But the editing however can be.
I actually rather enjoy the researching aspect of it as much as I do writing. And you’re absolutely right editing is a bit grueling at times.
What's your book title?
@@ddem3150 I don't know whether unpublished books in its 2nd draft even count, but one is called "KALEIDOSCOPE" (Crime novel)
It's refreshing to hear a real author, a very successful author, tell the truth of what writing really is. Thanks Mr. Greene! I've read 3 of your books and have always been in awe of the massive content in each volume.
I was literally looking for tutorials on how to write because I had the 33 strategies of war in mind and I wanted to write something about strategy myself and an hour later you upload this.. It's crazy something how things just connect like that.
The synchronicity is real. I'm in the process of writing some fiction. I have no experience and no degree. My grammar sucks. But I'm inspired to make this book/short stories. I've also been really interested in writing for movie ala tarantino/Kubrick style.
Much luck with your book. And writing journey
You are my favorite author, Robert! ❤
Mine too
I love your honesty regarding the difficulty and tedium of projects like writing a book, learning a language, or reaching mastery in career. Really cuts through all the lies that flood social media and youtube nowadays.
A fine comment, thanks. Yes, skill-building humbles us and demands all the discipline, persistence and self-belief we can muster. But that's how we can all become heroes, amazing ourselves. Language learning, body development, sports, vocations and so on give us treasures. Life holds amazing potential. Best wishes!
I loved hearing about your experience with writing. I don’t find writing boring. I love writing. It’s a long process, but time goes by fast when you’re having fun. I read a lot of books and I agree. A lot of them suck now. I finally finished my first book and I’m excited to share it with the world💚
Congratulations
Sir writing is a noble art of self sacrifice, it's painful because every Idea while maturation demands a suffering or pain price but sometimes you feel flying in air while writing because of the quality of an idea. Never think about money otherwise Ideas will never wellcome you. It's a mystical process even if you are writing a scientific book. You have to wait and sacrifice your own life and then while you are living in that world of wonders where exact relevant Ideas are waiting for you . Regards.
Robert is so right about writing being boring, I have worked full time as a medical writer, spending entire days just trying to write something good enough for my boss to say ok, but I couldn't have asked for a better job, I'd spent the entire day reading, writing, and editing alone in my room - I can see myself doing it till I die
It sounds like writing offers you much satisfaction and solitude. In spite of doing technical writing, you love your job because it involves reading, writing and editing etc.
So is it really boring?
I’m more of a visual artist myself, and the reason I do it is that I love the process of getting it down carefully, executing it carefully and editing it carefully with refinements.
I enjoy my writing for similar reasons. And I’m so stimulated and excited about both hobbies when I’m inspired.
Would be curious to hear your thoughts ✨
Writing the book I want to read, has been the best, most powerfully galvanising advice ever. Be very very careful with worrying about what others think or want. Your take, your sense of it, is the core contribution you make. Trust that it will resonate. That’s your voice!
Thank you Robert. Take care of yourself, you are a gift to mankind.
Thank you, My book is almost done. You gave me that last push.
Writing really is a rollercoaster of emotions, isn't it? The ups and downs, the moments of pure joy mixed with the absolute grind. It's comforting and inspiring to know that even the greats face the same struggles. Let's keep pushing through the tedium and loneliness because those moments of joy are truly worth it. Another great video.
Dear Mr Greene, I don't know if you will read this message, however, I want you to know how much your wisdom has changed the way I see the world.
Thank you so much for explaining complex concepts in a very understandable manner. Our experience on earth is mysterious and complicated, but you make it easier.
You helped me realize that the girl I was with is a narcissist. Your book 48 laws of power calls everything out. While I was reading it I didn’t have it in mind that she could be one… I was just depressed and feeling powerless so I read that hoping for some kind of help getting my power back. And well it did; it called out everything they were doing and I was able to over come it. You’re an amazing author.
Each time, Bobby ignites the fire in my soul. Greatness! ❤
I love writing and I can say that it is not boring, tedious, nor does it feel like torture. Writing is fun in my own experience, especially when you truly believe in what you are trying to convey.
I am not an aspiring writer but I wanted to come and say I am 99% positive your books have helped me in life more than anything else has. I didn’t read a real book for over 15 years then bumped into the 48 laws as an audio book while on a road trip that was about 6-7 years ago I’ve consistently read 1-2 books a week since then. Thank-you
Robert Greene 👑
Hello Robert,I find your books very informative and captivating at the same time.I could read any of your books even if it were 10000 pages and at the end still wish that there were more chapters. Sublime experience:)
Once one devises a potent idea to write about, they must make every word count. A great writer chooses every word deliberately to stimulate the mind of their reader in a certain manner.
I started writing my memoirs some time back. And of course there are different sections of my life. So I started writing about my childhood which I found interesting and the words just flowed out of me because that time of my life was very hopeful. But then I went into a more tragic part of my life and I couldn't continue. I hadn't realized how much emotion I still carried about that part of my life. I don't like to dwell on negatives in life because I find it counterproductive to success. So when I even thought about writing that section I stopped. I thought about skipping to the more hopeful sections of my life but the tragic parts are relevant to the hopeful parts and so on and I just stopped because I realized I was caring around a lot of emotions that I had not dealt with and I knew writing those things wasn't going to be pretty and that I would need to be alone when doing that. Being a Dad of young daughters doesn't allow for alone time so I realized it was impossible to continue. So I totally agree that you have to have a great deal of alone time to be able to write properly.
I have some fiction stories I want to write. I like to write them in my head first. What helps me is knowing the start and the end of the story and than filling in the middle. I noticed that I'm not good at trying to come up with an ending. I've stopped writing stories that started off very interesting but just stopped because I didn't know the end.
I agree with you about the quality of books these days. It's a wonder to me how such low quality stories are even published. But I think reading is a great way to think about writing. If you want to be a good writer you need to be a good reader. And read things thinking about how the stories are written and in what style and how you would write those books if you wrote them. In any case, I've decided to self publish.
I've also decided not to try and become famous by writing books as many successful writers do. Instead I've decided the easiest way to sell books is to first become famous and than write the books.
When I was a kid I decided I wanted to be a writer and I thought about the business of writing books. I'm also a painter so I thought about how to sell art. And it just seems to me that in both cases becoming famous is the easiest way to sell things you make. So you turn yourself into a product. So that's what I've been doing. I've been seeking fame or rather working on becoming famous. I'm also doing my best to live an interesting life. I live as if I'm writing my memoirs with my life. To me, the mark of a successful life is to be remembered so I've made choices in life that led me down pathways that I thought would be the most memorable and interesting for my memoirs. I've also picked up book and movie ideas along the way that I've put on the shelf for the appropriate time.
I guess what I'm saying is that writing for me is a way of life. It's not just about writing books or making up stories. It's about living an interesting life. My goal is to sell more books than anyone in history second only to the Bible. I know that's a big goal but that's what I'm striving for. You know, shoot for the stars and maybe you'll hit the moon sort of thing.
Anyway, I really like the way you write and I've used some of your ideas in my own life to try and live a more interesting life and they worked out. Your advice in this video is very good and I agree. Thanks!😀
Thanks Robert. Your story and writing has helped me endure things I never thought I could survive. Thank you.
Your wisdom is always valuable! Thank you! ❤
Thank you, Robert.
This came at the right time ❤
Thank you Robert!
Mythic. Thank you for shining profound light to lead us beyond the muck and solitude.🕯️🤍
Thank you. I admire your work.
Simply “thank you!”😊
Thanks Robert Greene❤
Thanks Master Robert🙏🏿
Thank you for such a sincere and helpful perspective!!! GRAZIE!!!
Thank you for this guidance 📚
I love your work. The anecdote attached are amazing
You inspire me so much! Thank you❤
I found out about you dear Sir, recently. And you became my best mentor and wise friend now!! I listen to you while driving to school to teach here in LA. I can’t explain how soothing is your voice even, there is so much wisdom in your words and magic in voice! Glad, I was able to find your books in my local library and now reading the Laws of human Nature!! I would be so happy and grateful to meet you one day and give a hug !! Just for your presence and empathy towards all of us here! Thank you!! Wishing you a great year ahead and good health!! 🙏🌻
Because of you, I discovered the joy of books and the idea about writing a book by myself grows bigger and bigger
Love your advice and wisdom 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Really appreciated this Robert Greene, immediately resonated with this and you gave me a perspective that spoke to my desire to bring my Great Idea to fruition!
Blessings !!!!
Thank you!❤
Thanks Robert!
Because of your books, I've been able to understand the world around me and myself better. And it has influenced my writing tremendously. Thank you Robert! 😊
Robert just made me want to write ❤
I liked this line:-
"You don't have to be insane as I am."
2000 cards 😮❤
Thank you for the advice!
It would also be lovely to hear your thoughts on writing for other purposes, such as learning, thinking, gaining clarity of mind etc.. It's always cool to learn about the routines and methodology of people who utilize writing for the sorts of things that help you but aren't necessarily intended to be read by anyone else.
Thank you Robert, this gave me well needed motivation to give it another shot.
While the process might be tedious - especially if you're a novice - it is of immense value to have writing skills. I can think of few other things being as productive for personal development in terms of discipline and expanding your intellect as well as your ability to express your self. A great way to grow. I can only imagine what it feels like to 1. look at your finished work in hindsight and 2. seeing your artwork striving in the market while inspiring others. And even if it won't find great success it will be beneficial for you either way
Excellent video Robert. Thanks for the advice 😊
Literally the video i needed to see. Thank you . Robert. It seems everytime i need inspiration. There's a Robert Greene video made just for what i need. I hope.to write a great novel soon or at least a really cool comic/fiction story.
When I write in a cafe, I'm alone. I come up for a second coffee, maybe say hello to someone on the way back to the table, and then in a minute I'm alone again. Otherwise this was all great advice, thanks!
This!
Thanks Robert
Dear Robert, this video was extremely useful. Thank you very much!
Respect from #India #kerala
Hi Dr. Greene,
What a great and encouraging video. Thank you for all the work you do for us. You have truly changed my life, how I think and live.
When I watch your videos and read your words, I often think of how lucky I am to be alive at the same time as such an incredible thinker/public figure.
One thing about this video I would love to discuss is that writing is boring. In my experience, any creative endeavor that one chooses to pursue should be motivated by the genuine desire/need to express that creativity. Regardless of medium. It is that desire that is the gift, and when one truly surrenders to the process of getting that creativity expressed…as perfect as they can get it - it’s super fun and oooooh so satisfying.
My main passion is art. But I love to write for fun. Thank you for the video, the insights can be applied to many creative pursuits.
Hope some folks chime in with some thoughts and opinions ✨
I'm obsessed with structure, so this is empowering. Thank you Robert.
I love writing and I love being alone to write. I never find it tedious or boring and, if I did then I’d quit doing it every single day 🤷♂️
Reading flat, underdeveloped and uninteresting writing, on the other hand, is the perfect cure for insomnia. So, if I feel that way about my own writing then it’s probably because I’m writing for the wrong reasons or pursuing an idea that doesn’t have the legs. But, like this video accounts, that gets taken care of in the planning and structural phase of my writing ✍️
Thank you.
Thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼♥️♥️♥️
Love you sir, you too much
Thank You
I'm 21 years old, in the Army, with no further education aside from my High School Deploma. I don't know a lot, but I know that I'm a talented writer with an idea that's been resonating with me for years now. It's a crappy feeling to have an idea resonate with yourself and be too stubborn and too nervous to put it on paper to see how it looks. Especially if you don't know how to organize it like this gentleman is suggesting.
Robert,I'm finding the ways in which you've framed processes Very useful.
Been a very heavy duty prolific poet and lyicist for decades and even finished a novella that I lost along the way.
Three different book title slogans for three separate books more than crossed my mind but alas of course diffusion,ie.too many irons in the fire..
Began songwriting and recording in recents seadons yet upon seeing this video really made me pause for reflection over my book ideas from only a few years ago.Thanks!
Thank you for this! I wrote a lot of poetry and a book for children where I go over various types of behaviors and mentalities I observed. There are multiple short stories that tie together with two main stories. If I'll ever be satisfied with it and brave enough I'll try to publish it. The process of publishing sounds terrifying but the thought of remaining immortal through your ideas or creations must feel amazing.
I have at least a million words in my years of writing. Structure is or has been life's journey. Going beyond that sounds interesting. Analysis. Listening
I am your follower from afg dear robet greene
be successful❤
Thank you, i think you're a very realistic intellectual. Again you are appreciated
Fonte the poet
That's some pretty straight talk 👍
Interesting point of view! eat according to one appetite, dressing according to the taste of others
Gracias 😊
Hi Robert! I got your book, 48 laws of power, in 2006 at a book sale. It was tattered and unloved, and it was cheap ($2). You weren’t as famous then, and I was shockingly surprised, after reading that book, why you weren’t because that book was well written and a gem.
I was at the lowest point of my life when I found it and was questioning why people were being so mean and cruel to me. Your book showed me the reality of life, how most of us are obsessed with power, whether it’s teachers or bullies. It helped me accept reality, helped me move on. I also loved how you told stories based on these principles, and for the first time, made me interested in history.
I just want to let you know that your writings have an effect and influence. I still have that book with me, plastic covered. I hope someday I could meet you and have you sign it in person.
A tattered book might mean it was read a lot, not that it wasn't famous. The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene has been popular for years. He's been famous even before 2006. Many people have read and loved it, which could explain why some copies look well-worn.
@@mikesmith1678 You’re right! It wasn’t as tattered, just the cover, but the pages were almost good as new. Just looked like it was a throwaway book that can’t be sold at brand new price. And I might be ignorant to not know he was famous during the 90s; but surely wasn’t as a famous name during that time in a 3rd world country like mine (where I bought the book); that’s what I meant by not famous.
But thanks for clarifying!
You mentioned how books in recent times take us through a revolving door by mentioning the same thing over and over again. It's quite funny that you say this because I had recently been thinking/discussing with friends about the loss of good story-telling. We have lost that significant part of ourselves, the sitting around a campfire under the stars telling stories with hidden gems of wisdom that keep others engrossed.
It's no accident that I connected with this channel!❤
read many of bukowski's, he said these things as well as robert did, pretty on spot
Robert you’re are my mentor and one day you will read my books 👌🏽🔥
Absolutely true
I have tabbed note cards, colored, for organization of topics, characters, plot, to easily lay out the structure.
I found it interesting to hear how you talk about it almost like it is a game, like you have to have given set of skills and go about it in a certain way. You talk about it in a technical, almost mechanistic way as if the craft itself wasn't complete subjective as to me it appeared to be up until now.
I sometimes write for fun. I write novels, or fragments of them. But I always write of what I want to write, so it is never boring to me. That said, I have no intention of publishing or finishing a book in the foreseeable future. I can see how this becomes a very different dynamic when this is your career, when you expect to make a living for you, and perhaps, your family from it. When there is a pressure to perform commercially I can image a growing concern is: "is this book going to perform well?", and that changes everything.
This was interesting, please consider making more of these. Maybe show us around, show us your office, your desk. Let us in!
Hardest part is recognizing that what you have to offer in life experiences or mental ideas are not good enough or interesting enough to make it the central idea of a book. We all want to say something to the world, to make it a better place and to improve the lives of other people, but there are only a chosen few who have the gift or the experience to offer us something unique. And Robert you are lucky in the sense that you did go thru a lot in your life and that you identified the Zeitgeist of our times and what we are needing now. thanks
Wrong. You don't want to try, you are so afraid of failure, you'd rather do nothing and tell yourself you were never dated for writing.
He defintely 1 of the book writing G.O.A.Ts
Thank you Mr Green for this interesting topic. But the core question remains : how to structure a book ? If you can make a content about it, that would be well appreciated. Thanks in advance. 🙏🏽
I love when it just pours out. One day boom shot out as space and writing happened trying to share what happened. It's like something speaks to us through us about all that is...weird.
In the mornings they circle, singing of food at intervals and rising like thoughts of home, wandering as they climb above tilled and ready fields.
I think writing is fun. I've got some kids books and short stories in the oven right now. I just procrastinate with mine during the week because of work, the rest of my time will just disappear if I'm writing having too much fun writing. But it does get tough sometimes for sure.
Shout out to Robert Greene for encouraging the cultivation of my delusion and insanity
As an aspiring writer, this is something I needed to know this (and I also conffirm that writing is a pain in the balls 😂) Thanks Robert, greets from Honduras 🇭🇳.
Same message to Robert Greene also from Honduras ❤
I started writing poetry again after what felt like an eternity and I see this, what are the chances.
Writing does no have to be boring. It took Self-Relativity 7 years and 720 pages and every moment was fun, rewarding, and fulfilling. Not just writing, but anything that is fulfilling can be rewarding and fun; hence "Theory of Self-Relativity" states:
"Wealth, fame and power are simply byproducts of success; true success is measured by the level of your fulfillment."
Sir please create an online course or masterclass on becoming a full time writer, there is no one to guide 🙏 Please help us all 🥺 you have my heart always 💘
I’d do more writing if it was for someone else in particular, my process sucks when it’s for me
you should make a video about art of explaining .
I enjoy writing
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I wrote this book, because it was written in my soul.
I really love your work. I have a question about books and writing habits. Usually, after some time, I realize I could create a better program or system, or write a better article. I presume that indicates self-learning, self-improvement, and so on. As Nietzsche said: 'I am that which must always overcome itself.' My question is, if we were in 1995, do you think you could write a better book than 'Power' (or other books), or explain some concepts more deeply? Thank you.
Love you sir from Indian mysore
Love from Bangalore
To this day, I remain convinced that no second Robert has ever existed; every word from him brings you closer to the essence of wisdom. Love from Afghanistan 🇦🇫
I encourage all students at my school to read your works!
I want to publish at least 3 books this year, it's not going to be easy though
Thx Mr. Green, but let's say I make it , is there some professionals who read it first and then give some options or optionals? Just to get the Book Better?
Mr. Greene idk if you’ve been asked this or have thought of it, but have you considered releasing merch such as shirts with quotes or titles of your books?
I have to force myself to the laptop. Once I get going, all is well!