There is a great book out there called The Four Agreements. It is an ancient philosophy on getting along in the world. Definitely worth reading and very likely life changing. Here is a quick overview of the four agreements:
- Be Impeccable with your Word- Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using words to speak against yourself or gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the direction of love and truth.
- Don’t Take Anything Personally- Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t need to be the victim of needless suffering.
- Don’t Make Assumptions- Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness and drama. With just this one agreement, you can completely transform your life.
- Always Do Your Best- Your best is going to change from moment to moment: it will be different when you are tired as opposed to well rested. Under any circumstance, simply do your best, and you will avoid self judgement, self abuse, and regret.
Read these again and again until they sink in and you feel how powerful these concepts can be in your life. Understanding these four principles can indeed transform your life and help you find peace amid whatever storms are coming your way. They really work!!