In his book, The Code of the Extraordinary Mind, Vishen Lakhiani lays out 10 unconventional laws that will help you redefine your life and succeed on your own terms. Here are the 10 laws, along with my explanations of each one.
Table of Contents:
- Law of Radical Honesty
- Law of Consciousness
- Law of Taking 100% Responsibility
- Law of Empowerment
- Law of Focus
- Law of Abundance
- Law of Expectation
- Law of Expectation
- Law of Surrender
- Law of Joy
- Conclusion
1. Law of Radical Honesty
The first law is the law of radical honesty. This means being honest with yourself about who you are, what you want, and what you’re capable of. It also means being honest with others. This can be a difficult law to follow, but it’s essential if you want to create an extraordinary life.
2. Law of Consciousness
The second law is the law of consciousness. This law states that you must be aware of your thoughts and emotions, and you must take responsibility for them. This means that you can’t blame your circumstances or other people for your happiness or success. You must create your own reality.
3. Law of Taking 100% Responsibility
The third law is the law of taking 100% responsibility. This means that you are responsible for your life, and you must take 100% responsibility for your actions and results. This can be a difficult law to follow, but it’s essential if you want to create an extraordinary life.
4. Law of Empowerment
The fourth law is the law of empowerment. This law states that you must empower yourself to create the life you want. This means taking control of your thoughts, emotions, and actions. You must also take responsibility for your life. This can be a difficult law to follow, but it’s essential if you want to create an extraordinary life.
5. Law of Focus
The fifth law is the law of focus. This law states that you must focus on your goals and dreams, and you must take action to achieve them. This means you can’t let distractions or other people’s opinions stop you from achieving your goals. You must stay focused on your vision and take action to make it a reality.
6. Law of Abundance
The sixth law is the law of abundance. This law states that you must believe that you are worthy of success and happiness. This means you can’t let your past failures or other people’s opinions stop you from believing in yourself. You must have faith in yourself and your ability to create abundant life.
7. Law of Giving
The seventh law is the law of giving. This law states that you must give back to the world. This means that you can’t take more than you give. You must be generous with your time, energy, and resources. This can be a complicated law to follow, but it’s essential if you want to create an extraordinary life.
8. Law of Expectation
The eighth law is the law of expectation. This law states that you must expect the best from yourself and from the world. This means you can’t let your past failures or other people’s opinions stop you from believing in yourself. You must have faith in yourself and the world, and you must expect the best from both.
9. Law of Surrender
The ninth law is the law of surrender. This law states that you must let go of your attachment to outcomes. This means that you can’t control everything, and you must be okay with that. You must be open to whatever life brings, and you must trust that things will work out in the end. This can be a difficult law to follow, but it’s essential if you want to create an extraordinary life.
10. Law of Joy
The tenth law is the law of joy. This law states that you must find joy in the journey, not just the destination. This means that you can’t let your goals and dreams consume you. You must enjoy the process of achieving your goals, and you must find joy in every step of the journey. This can be a difficult law to follow, but it’s essential if you want to create an extraordinary life.
11. Conclusion
The Code of the Extraordinary Mind is a powerful book that can help us break free from the limited thinking that has been holding us back. By following the 10 laws laid out in the book, we can tap into our unlimited potential and create a life that is extraordinary.