Book Review by Dr. Kraig J. Lofquist
Mr. Charles “Tremendous” Jones helps individuals and businesses address their most pressing challenges, and he does so in an inspiring way. It’s safe to say that he knows a thing or two about human behavior. Regarding his popular quote shown in the illustration, Mr. Jones is correct!
Think of the people you have met over the past five years. What is it about them that had a positive impact on you? Now, think of the books you have read over the past five years. What is it about them that had a positive impact on you?
Millions of books are written each and every year, so what books should we consider reading, in order to experience a positive, everlasting impact? I have read Dr. Jordan B. Peterson’s book: 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos, and I strongly believe it’s a game changer.
The now world famous author’s “12 Rules” are based on scientific evidence, and as you read the details in each chapter, you will find them to be continuously thought provoking. Some of the “rules” seem like common sense, but they are clearly not common practice, especially in our current culture. As I read the book, I found myself thinking, “How much better would the world be if we all followed these 12 rules?”
Here is a list of Dr. Peterson’s 12 Rules
- Stand Up Straight With Your Shoulders Back
- Treat Yourself Like Someone You Are Responsible for Helping
- Make Friends With People Who Want the Best For You
- Compare Yourself To Who You Were Yesterday, Not To Who Someone Else Is Today
- Do Not Let Your Children Do Anything That Makes You Dislike Them
- Set Your House In Perfect Order Before You Criticize The World
- Pursue What is Meaningful (Not What Is Expedient)
- Tell The Truth (Or At Least Don’t Lie)
- Assume That The Person You Are Listening To Might Know Something You Don’t
- Be Precise In Your Speech
- Do Not Bother Children When They Are Skateboarding
- Pet A Cat When You Encounter One On The Street
If you are a person dedicated to your own personal development, I highly recommend Dr. Peterson’s work. It’s definitely worth your time. The ESUCC Professional Development Library has this as both an ebook and audiobook checkout for members. Select this link for the library.
Finally, If you’ve already read the book, I’d love to hear your thoughts, so please share your comments.
Citation: Peterson, Jordan B.. 12 Rules for Life: An Anecdote to Chaos. Random House of Canada. Kindle Edition.