Short & Sweet Book Review: The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin

Do you know a person who refuses to do what they are asked? Do you wonder how you can be so reliable at work, but can’t force yourself to do an exercise program? This book explains.

Title:
The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin

 One Sentence Summary:
The author explains 4 personality profiles that lay out how we are motivated to follow expectations from ourselves and others.

You Should Read This If:
You want to understand what motivates you to meet expectations or you want to understand what motivates other people.

Favorite Quote:
”We can build our habits only on the foundation of our own nature.” She does not advise that we try to change our nature (or others) but rather understand and embrace it.

Most Helpful Takeaway:
Understanding what motivates you and others to meet expectations allows you to be more successful in getting what you want. This free quiz will tell you your tendency and what it means.

"Outer expectations” come from other people

“Inner expectations” come from ourselves