Rules to Live By (But Not Believe)

Author Thomas M Jones

RULES TO LIVE BY
(BUT NOT BELIEVE)

One practical guide to changing how you think, feel, and live.

32 Functional Philosophies.
33 Resourceful States.

You don't have to believe a single word.
You simply have to be willing to test it.

For decades, Thomas M. Jones has helped thousands of people create profound emotional and personal transformation using one simple principle:
Don't ask if something is true. Ask if it works.

Rules to Live By (But Not Believe) is a collection of practical tools designed to help you shift your perspective, move through difficult emotions, and create meaningful change—without asking you to adopt a new belief system.

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What Makes This Book Different?

Most personal development books ask you to believe their philosophy before it can work. This one doesn't. The book offers Functional Philosophies and Resourceful States of Mind you can try on like a new pair of glasses. Look through it. Apply it. Notice what changes. Keep what works. Leave the rest. No faith. No dogma. No convincing yourself. Just experience.

What Makes This Book Different?

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This book is for anyone who wants practical tools—not empty inspiration.

It's for people who: Feel stuck in familiar emotional patterns Want a different way to approach life's challenges Enjoy personal growth without dogma Appreciate practical exercises over abstract theory Are curious enough to experiment Whether you've been studying The Paradox Process for years or this is your very first introduction, this book gives you tools you can begin using immediately.

This book is for anyone who wants practical tools—not empty inspiration.

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Practical ways of looking at life that help you move beyond fear, confusion, self-judgment, frustration, and limitation.

Each philosophy includes: Stories Practical guidance Reflection A simple daily practice

Practical ways of looking at life that help you move beyond fear, confusion, self-judgment, frustration, and limitation.

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Most people spend their lives trying to get rid of uncomfortable feelings. This book teaches you how...

...to intentionally cultivate the feelings that naturally create better decisions, stronger relationships, greater creativity, and a more fulfilling life. Discover practices that help you access states like: Curiosity Gratitude Confidence Compassion Peace Creativity Imagination Empowerment Joy ...and many more.

Most people spend their lives trying to get rid of uncomfortable feelings. This book teaches you how...

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