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Jordan B. Peterson

Jordan B. Peterson

Born: 06-11-1962

Jordan B. Peterson is a Canadian clinical psychologist, cultural critic, and professor of psychology. Known for his articulate discussions on cultural and political issues, Peterson gained international recognition with his bestselling book "12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos." His work explores themes of personal responsibility, meaning, and the psychology of belief systems. A prolific speaker and academic, Peterson's insights continue to influence diverse audiences worldwide.

Quotes

Stand up straight with your shoulders back.

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self-improvementconfidence

Treat yourself like someone you are responsible for helping.

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self-careresponsibility

Make friends with people who want the best for you.

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friendshipsupport

Compare yourself to who you were yesterday, not to who someone else is today.

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self-improvementpersonal growth

Do not let your children do anything that makes you dislike them.

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parentingdiscipline

Set your house in perfect order before you criticize the world.

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responsibilityself-improvement

Pursue what is meaningful, not what is expedient.

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purposelife choices

Tell the truth, or at least don’t lie.

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truthhonesty

Assume that the person you are listening to might know something you don’t.

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communicationlearning

Be precise in your speech.

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communicationclarity

Do not bother children when they are skateboarding.

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freedomgrowth

Pet a cat when you encounter one on the street.

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mindfulnessappreciation