I picked up this book, expecting it to be inspirational, but had no idea it would make me rethink how I lived my entire life.

Ruiz draws on ancient Toltec wisdom to create a guide for living a happier life. It's simple, but not easy.

The four agreements are: be impeccable with your word, don't take anything personally, don't make assumptions, and always do your best. Okay, sounds easy, right? Try it!

The one that really made me think, and work hard, was don't take anything personally. Ruiz argues that what other people say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When someone is cruel or dismissive or cold, it is almost never actually about you. I had a ton of work to do on that one. And so, I kept the book handy for years.

This is one of those books you hold onto forever, in case you need to open it up again years later, or after a night out with friends :)