Helps me so much

I was in so much pain before reading this book. I was so much pain while reading this book. Inevitably, I will most likely be in pain when I wake up in the morning some time from now but I have nonetheless a renewed strength and courage to keep having a crack at it. I am trying my best to keep my head above the waves and enduring the suffering while improving my ability to withstand it and act virtuously in spite of it but it is by no means easy especially when you feel at a loss. That is why I am so grateful for JBP books :)

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More impacting than his first book.

This book hits hard. It made me profoundly uncomfortable and I wanted to turn it off several times as I felt the conviction of his words. He held a mirror up to my soul and forced me to look at it, and though I wanted to turn it off I also knew I should not look away. But now that it’s finished I realise the power of the book, because it would be good to just write a review and get back to life. Instead I must now take what I’ve leaned and live it. I have set a date to listen to the book later in the year so I can hold myself accountable. Peterson’s words disturbed me enough to want to be a better man.

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Good book reiterating the past two

The book was less “pow” and “oh my, that makes so much sense” and more “yep that was in maps of meaning” and “right that’s the last book”. So if you’ve not read either of the past two of Peterson’s books then this will be a new and awakening experience. Else you’ll still enjoy hearing the doctor talk and it’s a good message as always just not as defined. The doctor has lost that firm definition of thought and his ideas are softer. I feel he is also treading on the subjects a lightly as possible for fear of something. Maybe he needed a thirteenth rule... “when it is axiom of truth don’t be afraid” maybe he didn’t want a mass of purple hair hell creatures on his door step again.

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Thank you

I really enjoy these, books. Thank you.
Thorough beyond what I was expecting - however, saying that - that is exactly what I was expecting, and realised once I got started twenty minutes in. So glad Dr J B Peterson read the book himself, again.

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The book is smarter than you and that’s the point

Although I appreciate Peterson’s softening and openness to quality use like love and compassion I found the book more difficult to listen to and comprehend than what it would be by physically reading it.

The langauage used and the way it’s pieced together come across as mastabatory and a bit of putting the reader in their place as a lesser lobster if you will.

I’m an ex-Peterson acolyte, while I found great value in his teachings a few years back a lot of this stuff with the overly flowery language and dire tone stripped back is a more common sense next step to his original teachings.

If you like the flowery language cranked up to 15 then this is good but the ideas aren’t communicated for the late person, if you take the 4+ sylablyed words out its missing coherent through line apart from “don’t be a piece of shit”

Thanks daddy P. I’m so happy you’re doing better but I cannot recommend the book.

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Too Padded Out

Essentially feels like Peterson has some great points as in the first 12 rules, the problem is the padding between is over the top. There is less concise information, and Peterson is forced to use anecdotes, stories, and repeat himself more than in prior works. This feels less fleshed out and more repetitive.

The steps themselves are great, but not up to the high standards he set in the first 12 Rules. I wish him all the best, and I'd say this is still worth the read, but rarely are sequels as good as the original, and unfortunately that hits home here too.

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Life aligning and Real. Valuable life Advice.

As a 20 year old about to start a hopefully long career in the military, I’ve been on the hunt for information and knowledge as to best approach challenges and obstacles in life so that I may make the most out of my career choice, and to further myself as a human being so that I may make the right decisions not only for myself, but for my friends, family, and country.

I am confident in saying that both 12 Rules for Life: An antidote to Chaos, and 12 More Rules for Life: Beyond Order(the book in review) have not only answered my questions in great detail, but allowed me to understand the many themes of life very well and ask the right questions to push me in the right direction. I’ve come away from these books feeling confident in myself, confident in my knowledge and beliefs and also, quite unexpectedly, confident in other people.

Of the many things I’ve taken from this book, the things that have been most important to me are:
Pride in myself
Confidence and strength in character and wellbeing
Becoming a better listener and student
How to approach challenges
How to be the best version of myself

I sincerely hope you get as much out of this book as I have and more, and know that your future is bright and fruitful.

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Inspiring reading.

Another masterpiece form Dr. Jordan B. Peterson. 12 more rules for life is the consequential continuation of his previous work aimed to assist people in getting their way through the fog and suffering of life, by recognizing one's own worth through the discovery of tools already available and the learning of others which are shown to be of reach.

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a good book for fans

though not as good as his first book, or as good as his biblical lecture series, or the podcasts from his speaking tour. it is worth getting as there is extra content not covered in the above mentioned series.

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An absolute MUST READ.

Absolutely love this man. His wisdom and practicality are second to none. He speaks with clarity, purpose and authority. 100% recommend. Packs even more punch with the author himself narrating. You will not be disappointed.