12 Rules for Life

Written by Jordan B. Peterson

Book #1 in the 12 Rules for Life series

Discover twelve principles to navigate life's chaos and find meaning beyond happiness.

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409 pages

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In a world of change and conflict, a renowned psychologist offers twelve principles to live meaningfully. Through ancient wisdom and modern insights, explore how responsibility and self-reflection can combat life's inherent suffering. Why should we embrace discipline and freedom, and what can a lobster teach us about success? Uncover the profound truths that challenge common beliefs and transform your perspective on life.

From the publisher

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER #1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER What does everyone in the modern world need to know? Renowned psychologist Jordan B. 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. Humorous, surprising and informative, 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. 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 journeys broadly, discussing discipline, freedom, adventure and responsibility, distilling the world’s wisdom into 12 practical and profound rules for life. 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.

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