The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth

I first read this book in 2020 and have read it beginning of yr every yr since. I buy copies for ppl as often as I can

this is a life-changing book. Everybody should be reading this it’s all about working on your first.

I have read many of John Maxwell's books on leadership and personal development. His writings have impacted my life in a big way, and this book is no exception. I think this is the best book he has written.If you really want to grow spiritually and as a leader, you will benefit greatly from this book.In Chapter 1, Maxwell deals with the law of intentionality - growth doesn't just happen. Some people don't realize they have to pursue growth, they may not realize how to grow, or they may be waiting for some big event in their life to propel them and inspire them to begin to grow. Some people are afraid to grow.In Chapter 2, Maxwell covers the law of awareness - you need to know yourself before you grow yourself. You need to know where you want to be before you can get there. This chapter deals with finding your passion and purpose for life. God created all of us for a purpose.In Chapter 3, Maxwell writes about the law of mirror. We have to see ourselves properly before we can grow. This chapter tells us how to develop a healthy image of ourselves. As a Christian, I believe this comes from realizing how God views me. Practical tips such as learning to defeat negative thoughts about yourself, comparing yourself to others, and living to add value to others are discussed.In Chapter 4, Maxwell deals with the law of reflection. We have to discipline ourselves to reflect on where we are and what we are doing in order to grow. This chapter deals with the importance of being a good thinker.Chapter 5 is about the law of consistency. This chapter is about disciplining yourself to follow a routine and being determined not to quit.Chapter 6 is about the law of environment. Growth thrives in the right surroundings. Change depends on our choices. We must choose to surround ourselves with the right people to grow.Chapter 7 is about the law of design. Maxwell talks about developing strategies to induce growth. Here, he talks about systems to put in place to make growth happen.Chapter 8 is about the law of pain. This is maybe the best chapter in the book. As we learn to manage bad experiences right, growth happens. Our greatest gains come from our deepest pains. Don't feel sorry for yourself - embrace problems and see them as an opportunity to grow. A bend in the road is not the end of the road!Chapter 9 is about the law of the ladder. As we climb the ladder of personal character, growth takes place. Most leadership failures are character failures. Instead of focusing on competence, we should focus on character. Instead of worrying so much about how good we look on the outside, we should concentrate on looking good on the inside. The application part of this chapter is very helpful as Maxwell has us compare the amount of time we have spent in the last year on making the outside look good compared to making the inside look good.Chapter 10 is about the law of the rubber band. You cannot grow unless you are stretched. Comfort is the enemy of growth and we must be willing to step out of our comfort zones. Don't be satisfied with being average. Embrace change and don't be afraid of it.Chapter 11 is about the law of the trade off. You have to give some things up to grow up. Give up instant gratification for personal growth. Give up security for significance.Chapter 12 is about the law of curiosity. We grow by asking questions. We must learn to cultivate curiosity. If you know all the answers, you're not asking the right questions. Every day we should seek to learn something new. He has us to rethink the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." This can be a dangerous philosophy to personal growth. We must be willing to think outside the box.Chapter 13 is about the law of modeling. We grow as we follow the example of good models. Seek out a personal mentor to help you grow.Chapter 14 is about the law of expansion. There is no finish line to growth - we never stop.Chapter 15 is about the law of contribution. As we grow, we are enabled to help others grow. We should think of ourselves as rivers, not reservoirs. We shouldn't just always take in - we ought to be giving out. This is a very helpful and practical chapter.Get this book and read it! You will benefit greatly.

The chapter about the law of intentionality has already significantly encouraged me to follow up with my words. I am working on seeing how far I can go in this personal development journey!

This book so far has done wonders for me. We are using this in my management role to sharpen and enhance my leadership skills and professional development. I love the fact that it applies spiritual aspiration as well as more interpersonal references. I did have a delivery issue with the first time I purchased the book, it was delivered to the incorrect address so someone was blessed with a great gift. Amazon did replace and credit my account to repurchase it. I must say I am very glad that I did! The author John C Maxwell also have other books that focuses on personal growth that is worth taking a read.

Mr. Maxwell is a very readable and personable author. His style is rich in well chosen quotes, however, the quotes I found that were the real gold nuggets were his own. It was not laid out in the manner I expected where the rules would form something of a outline and then broken down in detail. Instead the rules got lost in the weeds of detail. But if you press on and read to the conclusion, you'll find this book more of an inspiring journey.

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Right my family member said that the author delivers in this book in a powerful manner and they have implementedsome of the things they read in the book in their own life and will continue to do so for the future. I will say when I asked them if they were enjoying the book the words they used were OMG it is a fantastic read..... for that reason I will be making a purchase myself next week so I will let you know my view, got some growths of my own that I need to get on with.

Well written.

I've read this book a few times now. Some great food for thought. Definitely one of the best from John.

I've only just finished this book but I already know I'm going to be reading it again. John Maxwell is one of my favourite teachers. The guidelines he provides on the laws surrounding personal growth are indeed invaluable - everything from being intentional about your personal growth to using it to make a meaningful contribution to the world. As with everything John does, this book is down to earth, practical and an excellent resource if you want more from yourself and from life.

It's a great book indeed, as you read it you can see that the author as a lot of experience...Moreover this book as a lot of concepts from other self books so it's very condensed you don't need too many self helps books get this one and reflect on the concepts...