Summary of Jordan B. Peterson's 12 Rules for Life

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Get the Summary of Jordan B. Peterson's 12 Rules for Life in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Original book introduction: 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.

• Language: English
• Publisher: IRB Media
• Release date: Mar 1, 2021
• ISBN: 9781638154280

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#1

Rule 1: Stand up straight with your shoulders back. A dominant man always keeps his posture. It gives off confidence and virility. The most dominant men were historically those who were able to score the best habitat, hunting grounds, and women.

#2

The man who dominates and stays on top for the longest time is the one who knows how to forge good relations with those beneath him. He knows that the strongest of men could be taken down by a hundred much less strong men.

#3

A powerful man also knows how to take care of women and children, and make them feel secure in his presence.

#4

Humans have lived in a hierarchy of dominance forever. It is in our culture, and completely natural. It’s embedded in us; a part of our brain is wired for dominance and it’s an ancient part of us, affecting every aspect of