Numerous times someone comes by to help Sam out, but he stubbornly waits. Finally the water takes him over and he drowns. When he goes to heaven he is upset and asks God what the deal is since he felt he was let down after all. God replies, “Sam, I didn’t let you down. First I sent you two guys in a truck, then I sent two guys in a boat, and then I sent two guys in a helicopter. I can’t help it that you’re so stubborn you’re only willing to accept my help your way.” Now, come on, can’t you relate just a little? Me too.
Last but not least, although incredibly informative, The Ten Commitments is also a bit fun and light- hearted. And Simon gives plenty of creative ways to change things for the better. One of my favorites is figuring out who/what you want to be, then create a script for this new you, write it down and read it daily. I can do that and have some fun with it too.
The “Ten Commitments” is a good book. It teaches you, guides you and makes you laugh. It reminds you of the things you really want to do but often don’t, and gently reframes them so you can embrace change. The way Simon puts it, it’s actually even easy. The Ten Commitments is not a list of hard things to commit to. It’s not painful work because you get to learn how to better commit to enjoyable things … like rest and relaxation. So on that note, I will let you read the book for yourself and go take myself a little nap.
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