The 12 Rules cover a broad spectrum where you will find advice on how to manage your thoughts and emotions, how to thrive, how to get along with others, and how to find a greater sense of meaning in life.ĭISCLAIMER: Testimonies show that our professional summaries introduce more readers to the full book who otherwise would have been overwhelmed by the initial commitment. Whether you are an over-achiever burning through life, an under-achiever with perpetual overwhelm, or an intellectual seeking deeper truths of human nature, this audiobook is for you. It is only by transcending our own limitations that life becomes meaningful and rewarding. The antidote to chaos is not merely order – it comes down to understanding the subtleties of life, realizing that virtue lies in the balance of the two extremes, and developing your own skills at the game.Įach Rule for Life will challenge you to examine your own approach to life and answer some tough questions about why you're living the way you do. Peterson offers a roadmap to navigate these polar forces. Order, on the other hand, is the world of rules, predictability, explanations, science, and conformity.
Chaos is the realm of limitless possibilities, unsuitable for life. He first observes that Order and Chaos are the two primordial forces of the Cosmos. Peterson unearths archetypal principles that shape our lives. (Please Note: This is a SUMMARY of Jordan B Peterson’s, 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos)ĭr. 12 Rules for Life shatters the modern commonplaces of science, faith and human nature, while transforming and ennobling the mind and spirit of its readers.12 Rules for Life became a #1 National & International Bestseller for a simple reason… Peterson journeys broadly, discussing discipline, freedom, adventure and responsibility, distilling the world's wisdom into 12 practical and profound rules for life. What does the nervous system of the lowly lobster have to tell us about standing up straight (with our shoulders back) and about success in life? Why did ancient Egyptians worship the capacity to pay careful attention as the highest of gods? What dreadful paths do people tread when they become resentful, arrogant and vengeful? Dr. Peterson tells us why skateboarding boys and girls must be left alone, what terrible fate awaits those who criticize too easily, and why you should always pet a cat when you meet one on the street. Humorous, surprising and informative, Dr. Peterson's answer to this most difficult of questions uniquely combines the hard-won truths of ancient tradition with the stunning revelations of cutting-edge scientific research. Pet a cat when you encounter one on the streetWhat does everyone in the modern world need to know? Renowned psychologist Jordan B. Pet a cat when you encounter one on the street Tell the truth – or, at least, don't lie Īssume that the person you are listening to might know something you don'tĭo not bother children when they are skateboarding Pursue what is meaningful (not what is expedient) PetersonJordan Peterson's work as a clinical psychologist has reshaped the modern understanding of personality, and now he has become one of the world's most popular public thinkers, with his lectures on topics ranging from the Bible to romantic relationships drawing tens of millions of viewers. Set your house in perfect order before you criticize the world Penguin presents the CD edition of 12 Rules for Life written and read by Jordan B. Peterson, Random House Canada: Amazon.
Peterson, Norman Doidge MD - foreword, Jordan B. Make friends with people who want the best for you Ĭompare yourself to who you were yesterday, not to who someone else is today ĭo not let your children do anything that makes you dislike them 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos (Audible Audio Edition): Jordan B. Treat yourself like someone you are responsible for helping Stand up straight with your shoulders back Peterson - 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos The resource can give you the knowledge about different visual digital formats, that are exclusively for previewing only.Īll the rights for the outcoming audio and video recordings, as well as, different digital visuals are the property of the corresponding organizations and the private entities. Peterson - 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos.