Quotes by Robert Greene

“Stop shallow water from running, it will rage; tread on a worm and it will turn.”

“A noble mind disdains to hide his head, And let his foes triumph in his overthrow.”

“Waste brings woe, and sorrow hates despair.”

“I know My God commands, whose power no power resists.”

“For as one star another far exceeds, So souls in heaven are placed by their deeds.”

“Weep not, my wanton, smile upon my knee;/ When thou art old theres grief enough for thee. / Mothers wag, pretty boy, / Fathers sorrow, fathers joy.”

“If country loves such sweet desires gain, / What lady would not love a shepherd swain?”

“Im not concerned about taking the tax off of (gas). I think they need to put a cap on (the price).”

“The United States government is hated universally. But the average American person is not. This distinction is being made not because these countries are interested in cooperation but because of the needs of people.”

“Who wouldnt want to be here? Its a great location. Theres so much foot traffic.”

LAW 4 Always Say Less Than Necessary When you are trying to impress people with words, the more you say, the more common you appear, and the less in control. Even if you are saying something banal, it will seem original if you make it vague, open-ended, and sphinxlike. Powerful people impress and intimidate by saying less. The more you say, the more likely you are to say something foolish.

LAW 25Re-Create YourselfDo not accept the roles that society foists on you. Re-create yourself by forging a new identity, one that commands attention and never bores the audience. Be the master of your own image rather than letting others define if for you. Incorporate dramatic devices into your public gestures and actions – your power will be enhanced and your character will seem larger than life.

LAW 38Think As You Like But Behave Like OthersIf you make a show of going against the times, flaunting your unconventional ideas and unorthodox ways, people will think that you only want attention and that you look down upon them. They will find a way to punish you for making them feel inferior. It is far safer to blend in and nurture the common touch. Share your originality only with tolerant friends and those who are sure to appreciate your uniqueness.

For the future, the motto is, No days unalert.

Strike the shepherd and the sheep will scatter

When you show yourself to the world and display your talents, you naturally stir all kinds of resentment, envy, and other manifestations of insecurity... you cannot spend your life worrying about the petty feelings of others

Keep your friends for friendship, but work with the skilled and competent

Hesitation creates gaps. Boldness obliterates them.

LAW 46Never Appear Too PerfectAppearing better than others is always dangerous, but most dangerous of all is to appear to have no faults or weaknesses. Envy creates silent enemies. It is smart to occasionally display defects, and admit to harmless vices, in order to deflect envy and appear more human and approachable. Only gods and the dead can seem perfect with impunity.

12--Lose Battles, But Win The War: Grand StrategyGrand strategy is the art of looking beyond the present battle and calculating ahead. Focus on your ultimate goal and plot to reach it.