“Show that you have a reckless streak and a daring nature, that you lack the usual fear of death, and you are instantly fascinating to the bulk of humanity.”
The Art of Seduction, Prove Yourself
Given that almost all of us live painfully tedious and mundane lives, the appeal of seduction is that of being separated from our normal routines, experiencing the thrill of the unknown.
We secretly yearn to be transported some place that is exciting and mysterious, engaging emotions of passion and adventure that so often lie dormant within us.
Death is the ultimate unknown.
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