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Cover of The Four Agreements. Four panels with plants in them, background is orange in each, with a green cross in between the four panels. Cover of The Four Agreements. Four panels with plants in them, background is orange in each, with a green cross in between the four panels. Cover of The Four Agreements. Four panels with plants in them, background is orange in each, with a green cross in between the four panels. Cover of The Four Agreements. Four panels with plants in them, background is orange in each, with a green cross in between the four panels. Cover of The Four Agreements. Four panels with plants in them, background is orange in each, with a green cross in between the four panels. Cover of The Four Agreements. Four panels with plants in them, background is orange in each, with a green cross in between the four panels. Cover of The Four Agreements. Four panels with plants in them, background is orange in each, with a green cross in between the four panels.

The Four Agreements

Written by marybethadams on . Posted in Book Reviews.

Cover of The Four Agreements. Four panels with plants in them, background is orange in each, with a green cross in between the four panels.

Ruiz, Miguel. The Four Agreements. San Rafael, Calif.: Amber-Allen Pub., 2012. [Carlsbad, Calif.] : Hay House ©1997.

Miguel Ángel Ruiz Macías, better known as don Miguel Ruiz, is a Mexican author. The most popular of his works “The Four Agreements, has been translated in 52 languages. A phenomenally written book, describing the source of self-limiting beliefs that humans make with themselves that causes their own needless suffering and robs us of joy. Based on ancient Toltec Wisdom, The Four Agreements offer new simple life goals that can radically and rapidly transform our lives. Short read, easy to follow along this book would be perfect for many ages and many stages. From the young adult just piecing the puzzles together to the grandparents reflecting on the legacy they are leaving behind. The Four Agreements is a must read for anyone committed to living life fully!!

These agreements can be found in various places (sometimes worded in different ways) from religious scriptures to universal laws.

  • Be Impeccable with Your Word: Move with integrity; Say only what you mean.
  • Don’t Take Things Personally: This agreement is a superpower. What others say & do is a projection of their own reality.
  • Don’t Make Assumptions: Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really what.
  • Always Do Your Best: Though your best will change at different times, simply do your best and you will avoid self-judgement self-abuse and regret

 My favorite thing is that the agreements will put the responsibility back on us (the individual) accountability is at the forefront and that I appreciate.

Nicole Givens is the Children’s Programming Coordinator for Alamance County Public Libraries. You can reach her at ngivens@alamancelibraries.org.