8 quotes
"…But the human tongue is a beast that few can master. It strains constantly to break out of its cage, and if it is not tamed, it will turn wild and cause you grief."
- Robert Greene
Self-awareness
"Creativity is a combination of discipline and childlike spirit."
- Robert Greene
Creativity
"The future belongs to those who learn more skills and combine them in creative ways."
- Robert Greene
Learning
"The passive aggressive arguer comes armed with tricky tactics. They cannot take the risk that they might be wrong: their self-esteem is too intertwined with their opinions. It is more important to affirm their rightness, and sense of superiority, than to arrive at the truth."
- Robert Greene
Self-esteem
"What is important when you are young is to train yourself to get by with little money and make the most of your youthful energy."
- Robert Greene
Self-improvement
"Never whine, never complain, never try to justify yourself."
- Robert Greene
Self-improvement
"The most effective attitude to adopt is one of supreme acceptance."
- Robert Greene
Mindfulness
"Sometimes it is best to lie low, to do nothing but let the winter pass."
- Robert Greene
Self-care