The Four Agreements - Don Miguel Ruiz

Written By Cynthia Skyers-Gordon

Subtitle: Ancient wisdom for modern peace.

Quick Facts

  • Author: Don Miguel Ruiz

  • Category: Inspiration & Personal Growth

  • Why Read It: Clarity, freedom, inner peace

What It’s About
In The Four Agreements, Don Miguel Ruiz shares ancient Toltec wisdom distilled into four powerful principles: be impeccable with your word, don’t take anything personally, don’t make assumptions, and always do your best. These agreements provide a simple yet transformative guide to personal freedom and meaningful connection.

Why We Recommend It

  • Four principles that are simple, yet life-changing

  • Builds self-awareness and peace in relationships

  • Short, accessible, and timeless

Quote
“When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffering.”

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Pair it with: The Gifts of Imperfection | Set Boundaries, Find Peace

Cynthia Skyers-Gordon

Dr. Cynthia Skyers-Gordon, Ed.D. is the founder of SILWELL-C (Staff-Inspired Leadership for Wellness and Calm), a wellness initiative created to empower educators, leaders, and teams to thrive from within. With more than 33 years of experience in early childhood education, from assistant teacher to director to Education Coordinator, Dr. Skyers-Gordon understands the challenges and opportunities staff face each day.

SILWELL-C was born from her belief that true wellness in schools starts with the staff themselves. By providing calm leadership strategies, practical tools, affirmations, and inspiration, SILWELL-C equips educators and leaders to create supportive, balanced environments where both staff and children can flourish.

Through workshops, consultations, and creative resources, Dr. Skyers-Gordon combines her in-depth expertise with a passion for cultivating resilience, connection, and calm in every space. Whether it’s through her upcoming Wellness Toolkit, the JamBel Storybook, or the Free Wellness Hub, she continues to design practical ways for educators and leaders to sustain their own wellness while inspiring others.

At its core, SILWELL-C is more than a program; it’s a movement: a reminder that when staff lead with wellness, schools grow with strength, calm, and confidence.

https://www.silwellc.com
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