Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life

by Jordan Peterson

Presents a collection of 12 additional principles for living a meaningful and fulfilling life, building on the author's previous book '12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos', it covers topics such as personal responsibility, self-discipline, and the importance of storytelling in human culture.

self-help
psychology
non-fiction

"The chaos that is rampant in the world is not an external problem, but an internal one. To overcome it, we must learn to cultivate order within ourselves."
- Jordan Peterson, Beyond Order

My Review:

The book continues the author's exploration of the meaning and purpose of life and offers practical guidance on how to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. In the book, Peterson presents 12 additional rules for life that he believes can help individuals navigate the challenges of the modern world and find a sense of order and stability in their lives.

As with his previous book, Peterson draws on a wide range of sources, including religious and mythological texts, scientific research, and personal anecdotes, to support his arguments and provide practical advice for readers.

Here are the 12 rules discussed in the book:

  • Do not carelessly denigrate social institutions or creative achievement.
  • Imagine who you could be and then aim single-mindedly at that.
  • Do not hide unwanted things in the fog.
  • Notice that opportunity lurks where responsibility has been abdicated.
  • Do not do what you hate.
  • Abandon ideology.
  • Work as hard as you possibly can on at least one thing and see what happens.
  • Try to make one room in your home as beautiful as possible.
  • If old memories still upset you, write them down carefully and completely.
  • Plan and work diligently to maintain the romance in your relationship.
  • Do not allow yourself to become resentful, deceitful, or arrogant.
  • Be grateful in spite of your suffering.