The Four Agreements with Companion Special Edition

1. The World is a Dream: Your Reality is a Personal Creation

What you are seeing and hearing right now is nothing but a dream.

Mind's Dream. The world we perceive is not an objective reality, but a dream created by our minds. This dream is shaped by our beliefs, agreements, and interpretations. We are constantly dreaming, both when awake and asleep, and our waking dream is influenced by the "dream of the planet," the collective beliefs of society.

Personal responsibility. We are not passive recipients of reality, but active creators of our own experience. Our attention is the tool we use to focus on and create our personal dream. We learn how to dream from others, but we have the power to change our dream by changing our beliefs.

The illusion of reality. The world we see is like smoke, obscuring the truth of who we really are. We are made of light, but our perception is limited by the "fog" of our beliefs. Recognizing that our reality is a dream is the first step towards changing it.

2. Be Impeccable With Your Word: Speak Truth and Love

Your word is the power that you have to create.

Power of the word. Our words are not just sounds or symbols, but a force that shapes our reality. They can create beauty and love, or destruction and pain. The misuse of the word is "black magic," while the impeccable use of the word is "white magic."

Impeccability defined. To be impeccable with your word means to use it in the direction of truth and love, especially towards yourself. It means not using your word to curse, blame, or gossip, but to express kindness, gratitude, and support. It also means not using your word against yourself.

Gossip as poison. Gossip is a form of black magic that spreads emotional poison. It is a way we transfer our fears and insecurities to others. By being impeccable with our word, we can break the cycle of gossip and create a more positive reality.

3. Don't Take Anything Personally: Others' Actions Reflect Their World, Not Yours

Nothing other people do is because of you. It is because of themselves.

Personal importance. Taking things personally is the maximum expression of selfishness. We assume that everything is about "me," but in reality, others' actions are a reflection of their own internal world, their own beliefs, and their own agreements.

Emotional immunity. When we don't take things personally, we become immune to the emotional poison of others. We don't allow their opinions or actions to affect our inner peace. This is a gift that allows us to navigate the world without being constantly hurt or offended.

Self-reflection. When someone insults us, it is not about us, but about their own wounds and insecurities. We can use these moments as opportunities for self-reflection, to understand our own reactions and to heal our own wounds.

4. Don't Make Assumptions: Ask Questions and Communicate Clearly

It is always better to ask questions than to make an assumption, because assumptions set us up for suffering.

Assumptions and drama. Making assumptions is a major source of conflict and suffering. We assume we know what others are thinking or feeling, and we react based on these assumptions, often creating unnecessary drama.

Clear communication. The antidote to assumptions is clear communication. We must have the courage to ask questions, to seek clarification, and to express our own needs and desires. This is the path to building healthy and fulfilling relationships.

The need to know. We make assumptions because we have a need to justify and understand everything. But the truth is, we don't always need to know everything. Sometimes, it's better to accept the unknown and to focus on what we can control.

5. Always Do Your Best: Live Fully and Without Regret

Under any circumstance, always do your best, no more and no less.

Dynamic best. Our best is not a fixed standard, but a dynamic one that changes from moment to moment. It depends on our physical, emotional, and mental state. The key is to always do our best, whatever that may be in the present moment.

Action and joy. Doing our best is about taking action because we love it, not because we expect a reward. When we act with joy and passion, we are living fully and without regret. This is the path to true happiness and fulfillment.

No self-judgment. When we always do our best, we eliminate the opportunity for self-judgment. We can look back on our actions with pride, knowing that we gave it our all. This is the path to self-acceptance and self-love.

6. Break Old Agreements: Reclaim Your Freedom From Limiting Beliefs

If you want to live a life of joy and fulfillment, you have to find the courage to break those agreements that are fear-based and claim your personal power.

Domestication's chains. We are not born free, but domesticated by the "dream of the planet." We are taught to believe in limiting beliefs that keep us trapped in fear and suffering. To be free, we must break these old agreements.

The power of choice. We have the power to choose what to believe and what not to believe. We can choose to break the agreements that make us suffer and create new agreements that support our happiness and freedom. This is the path to personal power.

The warrior's rebellion. Breaking old agreements is a declaration of war against the "parasite" of the Judge, the Victim, and the belief system. It requires courage, discipline, and a strong will. But the reward is true freedom and self-mastery.

7. The Warrior's Path: Control Your Emotions and Behavior

The big difference between a warrior and a victim is that the victim represses, and the warrior refrains.

Emotional control. The warrior is not controlled by their emotions, but controls their emotions. They do not repress their feelings, but they refrain from acting impulsively. This is the path to emotional mastery and personal power.

Forgiveness as healing. The warrior understands that forgiveness is the only way to heal emotional wounds. They forgive others, not because they deserve it, but because they love themselves and want to be free from the pain of resentment.

Discipline and awareness. The warrior is disciplined and aware. They are aware of their own thoughts, feelings, and actions. They are disciplined in their pursuit of freedom and self-mastery. This is the path to becoming a true Toltec.

8. Embrace the Angel of Death: Live Fully in the Present

The angel of death can teach us to live every day as if it is the last day of our lives, as if there may be no tomorrow.

Death as a teacher. The angel of death is not something to be feared, but a teacher that can help us to live more fully. It reminds us that life is precious and that we should not waste it on fear, regret, or self-pity.

The present moment. The angel of death teaches us to live in the present moment, to appreciate the beauty and joy that is all around us. It reminds us that the past is gone and the future is uncertain, so we should focus on the here and now.

Gratitude and love. When we embrace the angel of death, we are filled with gratitude and love. We appreciate every moment, every person, and every experience. We live with an open heart, knowing that this may be our last chance to express our love.

9. Create a New Dream: Choose Heaven Over Hell

You have the power to create hell, and you have the power to create heaven. Why not dream a different dream?

The power of imagination. We have the power to create our own reality through our imagination. We can choose to dream a dream of hell, filled with fear and suffering, or a dream of heaven, filled with love and joy.

A new vision. We can use our imagination to see the world with new eyes, to perceive love in everything around us. We can create a new dream where we are free to be ourselves, to express our love, and to live in peace and happiness.

Heaven on Earth. The new dream is not a distant fantasy, but a reality that we can create here and now. By adopting the Four Agreements and living with awareness, discipline, and love, we can transform our lives and create heaven on earth.

Last updated: January 14, 2025