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Many associate ruthlessness with cruelty, but the true essence, as explained, is cold emotional discipline. The ruthless individual recognizes powerful emotions—anger, frustration, humiliation—and does not let them control their actions. Instead, they respond strategically, often with calculated silence or cold corrections, making their moves final and unforgettable.
According to Machiavelli, injuuries should be inflicted decisively, so opponents are deterred from testing your resolve again. The emotionally reactive man becomes vulnerable, while the disciplined strategist maintains control, raising their influence and respect in the process.