10 Rules for Being Human: Review

The 10 Rules for Being Human may have been written years ago by Cherie Carter-Scott but they are universal guidelines that apply so long as you are in a physical life. You can find the 10 Rules in Carter-Scott’s book – If Life is a Game, These are the Rules: 10 Rules for Being Human.

“If life is a game, these are the Rules….” – Cherie Carter-Scott
{Review of the 10 Rules for Being Human are in this post below}

As someone who helps others discover what their life lessons are in their journey, I find myself appreciating these 10 Rules very much. 

Helen Keller once said, “Life is a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood.” Indeed, once you become aware of the lesson that you have failed to recognise previously, a shift happens. Knowing the 10 rules keeps you alert to the lessons.

I would like to review the 10 Rules for Being Human and add some of my thoughts as follows….

Rule #1 – You will receive a body.

You may love it or hate it, but your body will be yours for the duration of your life on Earth.

Well, since you have no choice but to accept your body, you may as well learn to embrace it and any imperfections that you may perceive. What matters more is your essence, what is on the inside.

Rule #2 – You will be presented with lessons.

You will be given plenty of opportunities to grow and evolve.

Life is a constant journey of learning experiences. Everyday offers you a chance for renewal. Your lessons are unique and specific to you, so that you can discover meaning for yourself.

Rule #3 – There are no mistakes, only lessons.

It is inevitable that things may not go as expected or planned. You can make “mistakes”. Growth is a process of trial, error, and experimentation. In fact, the failed experiments are as much a part of the process as the experiments that work.

Thus, change your perspective about what “mistakes” are. Making “mistakes” is the only way that you can learn and grow. Where there has been “mistakes”, practice compassion to dissolve the harsh judgment and learn to forgive yourself. . Also, learn to stand apart and laugh at yourself.

Rule #4 – The lesson is repeated until learned.

You can expect to go through the same lessons over and over again until you have integrated the learning experience with new beliefs and expanded your awareness.

At the core, it is about taking responsibility of your life. You are not a victim of fate or circumstance. Hence, avoid affixing blame on anyone or anything.

Understandably, you may feel frustrated or irritated when you come upon problems or difficulties. In fact, you may notice that it is the same pattern of issues all over again. Therein lies the opportunity for you to overcome your challenges with a shift in awareness.

Rule #5 – Learning does not end.

Learning does not end the moment you graduate from school or formal education. In fact, while you are alive and unless you have already attained enlightenment, there will always be lessons to be learned.

Hence, rather than resist, be a constant learner. Commit to constant learning and change. Be a humble student of life. Be also flexible – rather than rigid and closed to possibilities – so that you can learn to adapt and grow.

Rule #6 – “There” is no better than “here”.

There is a popular saying: the grass is always greener on the other side. We often believe that others have it better. As such, we are seldom happy and satisfied with our current situation.

Well, you may think that the grass is greener on the other side. However, your own garden will be just as green if you take the time and effort to water your own. Hence, appreciate your own journey. Take charge and tend to your own garden. Be thankful for who you are and what you have got.

Rule #7 – Others are only mirrors of you.

You cannot love or hate something about another unless it reflects something you love or hate in yourself. Others mirror the world inside you. When you are feeling frustration at someone else, it means that there is a part about yourself that you need to resolve. In short, it is not about them. It is about yourself.

Emotional disruptions present opportunities for you to heal the wounds that you carry. Negative experiences offer a chance for you to make a change. Raise your self-awareness.

Hence, when handling relationships, accept others as they are. Practice empathy and seek to understand where they are coming from as well. In supporting others, you are supporting yourself.

Rule #8 – What you make of your life is up to you.

Take responsibility for yourself and your life. Learn to let go of the things that you cannot change. Avoid holding on to the bitterness in bad memories as your negative emotions clutter your mind.

Life offers you a canvas and you are its painter. You have all the tools and resources you need. .Get hold of your own brushes or someone else will.

Rule #9 – Your answers lie inside of you.

Often, the answers that you seek do not lie outside. Hence, trust your intuition. Listen for the tiny voice and look out for the flash of inspiration. Tune into your own feelings and trust its guidance.

It does not mean that you do not look for outside help but what’s important to realize is that you have a well of natural resources too. Your intuition may just nudge you in the right direction when you are seeking assistance for a problem at hand. Take inspired action from your intuitive impulses.

Rule #10 – You will forget all this at birth.

You are essentially a spiritual being. However, somehow while you are incarnating into the physical world, you forgot all 10 Rules. Fortunately, you can always remember them at any time.

Here is a video that I created for 10 Rules for Being Human….

Simply call on them as you navigate life. By calling on them, you will find it a lot easier to embrace your journey. Distill insights from your life experiences and lead your best life!

Love and Abundance Always,

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