Book Review : WISDOM SERIES-THE FIFTH AGREEMENT By Christian Samuel J.S (Part 2)
BERITA LAINNYA - 28 April 2025
This is the second part of the Wisdom Series and this time we’re discussing the fifth agreement based on the four agreements. In “The Fifth Agreement” by Don Miguel Ruiz and Don José Ruiz, we’re encouraged to deepen our journey of self-awareness and freedom through this new agreement. The Fifth Agreement is called: “Be skeptical, but learn to listen”. Building on the foundation of The Four Agreements, we can explore how perception, belief, and communication can shape our reality.
The Fifth Agreement: Be Skeptical, but Learn to Listen
This agreement encourages us to literally question everything, our own beliefs, and also the "truth" that others present. This feeling of skepticism doesn’t mean dismissing others outright, but instead, it involves thoughtful listening and respecting that everyone’s words are shaped by their personal perspectives and experiences. This approach increases mutual understanding while protecting our inner peace.
With all of that, here are some practical ways to practice this agreement. The first way is to practice active listening. When someone speaks, focus on their emotions and intentions rather than jumping to conclusions or judgments. Understanding their point of view doesn’t mean agreeing with it, but it’s about respecting their story. The second way is to question our assumptions. We can take a moment to reflect on whether these beliefs truly support us or if they come from external influences. The third way is to embrace open communication. We can share our ideas with the awareness that they are our perspective, not the general truth. This mindset reduces conflict and promotes meaningful dialogue with others
By embracing this agreement, we can become more discerning and less reactive. For example, when faced with problems like peer pressure, this agreement helps us pause, evaluate the situation, and make choices based on our values rather than external expectations. This also helps to reduce misunderstandings in relationships by fostering empathy and reducing defensiveness.
This two-part series focuses on the five agreements that can help us to have a better life. If we can implement all of these agreements from day to day, we can have a better life. I hope with this series, you can start implementing these agreements into your life, God Bless You!
Sources:
“The Fifth Agreement” by Don Miguel Ruiz and Don José Ruiz (2011)
“The Power of the Fifth Agreement - Don Jose Ruiz” Instagram Post Link: https://www.instagra m.com/donmiguelruiz/p/C-vJrmwNt-y/?img_index=7
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