What did JFK, Marilyn Monroe and Hitler all have in common?
They were all renowned charismatics that lit up every room they entered.
You’ve most likely met one of these kinds before.
The
guy/girl at the party. They possess some strange quality that causes
them to be liked by everyone and constantly at the center of attention.
Their eyes and the way they carry themselves convey power and magnetism
and you can’t quite figure out why.
Robert Greene studied these people and detailed the methods one
can use to become a charismatic in his book “The Art of Seduction.” He
outlines the 10 characteristics that make up ‘charisma’, effectively
quantifying a talent you might think people are simply born with. Here
are the 8 of them:
Purpose
Pick a cause, a goal, a vision and
live it. People
long to have a cause to rally around — something to believe in. You need
to believe in it so strongly for that it animates your every gesture.
Be self-assured in every scenario. Show that you don’t share the doubts
the plague most people. Act as if you know where you are going, even if
you aren’t 100% sure.
Mystery
Become mysterious (like Bruce Wayne) by being unpredictable. Don’t
hesitate to act on emotional whims as you will only add to your
unpredictability. Always leave something about yourself for people to
guess at, never fully revealing your true intentions.
Saintliness
Think Gandhi. Live simply. Don’t be swayed by the ebb and flow of
life. You are above being affected by the little challenges in life.
Saints live their ideas without caring about the consequences.
Eloquence
Speak slowly and hypnotically, with random pauses if needed. Try to
be the exact opposite of panicky. If someone calls your name, turn your
head slowly. Slow everything down until your every action is riddled
with poise.
Theatricality
Be larger than life. Act as if the world is your stage and all eyes
are on you 24/7. Stay calm and collected while radiating self-assurance.
Danger/Spontaneity
Radiate dangerous, rebellious sexuality. Be spontaneous. Hold no
agendas and be open to anything. Realize that death is inevitable and
act as though you look forward to the experience. Be seen taking risks
for the good of others. Be brazen in your actions (Lenin walked the
streets after receiving death threats). If you show the slightest sign
of cowardice or timidity, you’re done for.
Vulnerability
Have a soft side and love your followers. Don’t be too good for them.
Enjoy being loved by them and love them back. Don’t seem manipulative
or needy. Imagine the public as one person whom you want to seduce.
Magnetism
Develop a piercing gaze. Look in the mirror and play around with
different looks until you find one that is powerful. Practice, practice,
practice until the gaze is second-nature. When you meet people, look
deep into their eyes while you shake their hand. Never look away first.
Remember that your eyes can give you away more easily than anything
else.
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