The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth by John C. Maxwell


Quotes & questions to journal:

1. The Law of Intentionality

”Growth doesn’t just happen. You have to be intentional about it.”

Action: Set clear, specific goals for your growth journey.

Question to ask yourself:

  • What areas of my life need intentional focus?
  • What am I doing today to intentionally grow?

2. The Law of Awareness

”You must see value in yourself to add value to yourself.”

-> You must know yourself to grow yourself.

Action: Reflect on your strengths, weaknesses, passions, and values.

Question:

  • What do I truly want to achieve, and where am I now?
  • What are my strenghts, weaknesses, and passions?
  • Who am I becoming, and is that who I want to be?

3. The Law of the Mirror

”You must see value in yourself to add value to yourself.”

Action: Practice self-affirmation and stop negative self-talk.

Question:

  • Do I believe I’m capable of growing?
  • How can I replace self-doubt with confidence?

4. The Law of Consistency

”Motivation gets you going, but discipline keeps you growing.”

-> Motivation gets you started, but consistency keeps you going.

Action: Build small, repeatable habits that lead to long-term growth.

Question:

  • What small actions can I commit to every day?
  • What small, consistent habits can I develop today?
  • Am I disciplined in my daily growth practices?

5. The Law of Environment

”Growth thrives in conducive surroundings.”

-> Growth thrives in the right surroundings.

Action: Surround yourself with people who challenge and inspire you.

Question:

  • Is my environment helping or hindering my growth?
  • Who are the people I surround myself with, and are they encouraging my growth?

6. The Law of Design

”To maximize growth, you need to develop strategies.”

-> To maximize growth, you need a growth plan.

Action: Create a schedule, set goals, and track progress.

Question:

  • Do I have a plan for personal growth?
  • Do I have a system for my personal development?
  • How can I improve my system to support my growth goals?

7. The Law of Pain

”Good management of bad experiences leads to great growth.”

-> Growth comes through challenges and discomfort.

Action: Embrace challenges as opportunities to learn.

Question:

  • How can I turn today’s challenges into opportunities to grow?
  • What is one painful experience I’ve learned from, and how was it shaped me?

8. The Law of Reflection

”Reflection turns experience to insight.”

-> Pause to learn and grow from experiences.

Action: Spend 10 minutes daily reflecting on what went well and what could improve.

Question:

  • What lessons did I learn today?
  • What lessons have I learned from my recent experiences?
  • How often do I pause to reflect on my growth and direction?

9. The Law of the Ladder

”Character growth determines the heigh of your personal growth.”

-> Character growth determines personal growth.

Action: Focus on integrity, humility, and discipline.

Question:

  • How can I grow my character while growing my skills?
  • Am I prioritizing character development alongside skill development?
  • What values or principles do I need to strengthen in my life?

10. The Law of the Rubber Band

”Growth stops when you lose the tension between where you are and where you could be.”

Action: Set stretch goals to challenge yourself.

Question:

  • Am I challenging myself enough to grow?
  • Am I stretching myself beyond my comfort zone?
  • What goals or challenges would push me to grow?

11. The Law of Trade-Offs

”You have to give up to go up.”

Action: Identify and let go of things that no longer serve your growth.

Question:

  • What am I willing to trade for my growth?
  • What habits, beliefs, or distractions do I need to let go of?

12. The Law of Curiosity

”Growth begins with a question: WHY?”

-> Growth comes from asking questions and seeking answers.

Action: Be curious, explore new topics, and ask “Why?” often.

Question:

  • What am I curious about, and how can I explore it further?
  • Am I asking enough questions to expand my perspective?

13. The Law of Modeling

”It’s hard to improve when you have no one but yourself to follow.”

-> Find mentors who embody the growth you desire.

Action: Seek guidance from people ahead of you in your journey.

Question:

  • Who can I learn from and how?
  • Who can I learn from or emulate to accelerate my growth?
  • Am I surrounding myself with mentors or role models who inspire me?

14. The Law of Expansion

”If you want to reach your potential, you must grow beyong your perceived limits.”

-> Growth always increases your capacity.

Action: Push past your comfort zone and think bigger.

Question:

  • How can I expand my potential today?
  • How can I expand my vision for what’s possible in my life?
  • What fears or self-imposed limits are holding me back?

15. The Law of Contribution

”Growing yourself enables you to grow others.”

Action: Share your growth with others through teaching, mentoring, or giving back.

Question:

  • How can I add value to others as I grow?
  • What impact do I want my growth to have on the people around me?

How to Apply the Laws

1. Pick 1-2 Laws to Focus On:

Start with the ones that resonate most with your current challenges (e.g., Consistency or Environment).

2. Set Specific Actions:

E.g If focusing on the Law of Reflection, schedule a 10-minute daily reflection time.

3. Track Progress:

Use a habit tracker or journal to monitor your growth.

Key Questions for Reflection

• What law resonates with my current season of life?

• What habits or actions do I need to change based on this law?

• Who can support or mentor me in my growth journey?

• How will I measure my progress?


Related Posts