Post by Johnny Drama on Jan 10, 2007 21:55:48 GMT -5
From Robert Greene's "The Art of Seduction"
The Siren
"A man is often secretly oppressed by the role he has to play - by always having to be responsible, in control, and rational. The Siren is the ultimate male fantasy figure because she offers a total release from the limitations of his life. In her presence, which is always...sexual, [can transport] males to a realm of pure pleasure."
The Rake
"A woman never quite feels desired and appreciated enough...The Rake is a great female fantasy figure -- when he desires a woman...he'll go to the ends of the earth for her. He may be disloyal, dishonest, and amoral, but that only adds to his appeal."
The Ideal Lover
"Most people have dreams in their youth shattered by age...Disappointed by people, events, reality, which cannot match [this image]. Ideal Lover's thrive on these life-long dreams which become fantasy. Long for romance? Adventure? Lofty spiritual communication? The Ideal Lover reflects your fantasy...and is an artist of illusion."
The Dandy
"Limitless in role...cannot be categorized, and hint at freedom we long for...as they play with masulinity and femininity; fashion their own image which is startling. Alluring in presence...reflects repressed desires."
The Natural
"Embodies the longed-for qualities of childhood -- spontaneity, sincerity, unpretentiousness. Makes others feel at ease, caught up in the playful spirit."
The Coquette
"Delays satisfaction...[creating] thrall. Master of back and forth movement, between hope and frustration. They bait with the promise of reward [to no end] ... only making their targets pursue them more.
The Charmer
"Charm is seduction without sex. Charmers are manipulative, deflecting attention from themselves and focus it on their target. They understand...adapt to your moods. The Charmer makes you feel better about yourself."
The Charismatic
"...[Embodies] inner qualities -- sexuality, self-confidence, energy, sense of purpose, contentment... This quality radiates outward...making them seem superior. Intense while detached."
The Star
"[Stars]...stand out through distinctive and appealing style -- they make us want to watch them. At the same time, they're also vague and ethereal, keeping their distance, letting us imagine there is more than there is."
The Anti-Seducer
"Seducers focus on individual attention; Anti-seducers are the opposite: insecure, self-absorbed, and unable to grasp the psychology of another person. They literally repel. "
Want more info? Buy Greene's book! www.amazon.com/gp/product/0142001198
Copyright. Robert Greene and Joost Elffers, 2001.
The Siren
"A man is often secretly oppressed by the role he has to play - by always having to be responsible, in control, and rational. The Siren is the ultimate male fantasy figure because she offers a total release from the limitations of his life. In her presence, which is always...sexual, [can transport] males to a realm of pure pleasure."
The Rake
"A woman never quite feels desired and appreciated enough...The Rake is a great female fantasy figure -- when he desires a woman...he'll go to the ends of the earth for her. He may be disloyal, dishonest, and amoral, but that only adds to his appeal."
The Ideal Lover
"Most people have dreams in their youth shattered by age...Disappointed by people, events, reality, which cannot match [this image]. Ideal Lover's thrive on these life-long dreams which become fantasy. Long for romance? Adventure? Lofty spiritual communication? The Ideal Lover reflects your fantasy...and is an artist of illusion."
The Dandy
"Limitless in role...cannot be categorized, and hint at freedom we long for...as they play with masulinity and femininity; fashion their own image which is startling. Alluring in presence...reflects repressed desires."
The Natural
"Embodies the longed-for qualities of childhood -- spontaneity, sincerity, unpretentiousness. Makes others feel at ease, caught up in the playful spirit."
The Coquette
"Delays satisfaction...[creating] thrall. Master of back and forth movement, between hope and frustration. They bait with the promise of reward [to no end] ... only making their targets pursue them more.
The Charmer
"Charm is seduction without sex. Charmers are manipulative, deflecting attention from themselves and focus it on their target. They understand...adapt to your moods. The Charmer makes you feel better about yourself."
The Charismatic
"...[Embodies] inner qualities -- sexuality, self-confidence, energy, sense of purpose, contentment... This quality radiates outward...making them seem superior. Intense while detached."
The Star
"[Stars]...stand out through distinctive and appealing style -- they make us want to watch them. At the same time, they're also vague and ethereal, keeping their distance, letting us imagine there is more than there is."
The Anti-Seducer
"Seducers focus on individual attention; Anti-seducers are the opposite: insecure, self-absorbed, and unable to grasp the psychology of another person. They literally repel. "
Want more info? Buy Greene's book! www.amazon.com/gp/product/0142001198
Copyright. Robert Greene and Joost Elffers, 2001.