Robert Greene argues that the defining trait of a great seducer is the ability to silence the anxious internal monologue — 'Does she like me? Am I dressed well? Am I saying stupid things?' — and redirect all attention outward toward the other person. This outward focus lets you actually hear what someone is missing in life, what they want, and what makes them an individual. Self-consciousness is not just discomfort; it is the enemy of genuine connection.
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