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Who Moved My Cheese?

Spencer Johnson

3 Chapters
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8 Readers
Completed on 8 August 2023
ISBN : 9780091816971
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It is the amusing and enlightening story of four characters who live in a maze and look for cheese to nourish them and make them happy. Cheese is a metaphor for what you want to have in life, for example a good job, a loving relationship, money or possessions, health or spiritual peace of mind. The maze is where you look for what you want, perhaps the organisation you work in, or the family or community you live in. The problem is that the cheese keeps moving. In the story, the characters are faced with unexpected change in their search for the cheese. One of them eventually deals with change successfully and writes what he has learned on the maze walls for you to discover. You'll learn how to anticipate, adapt to and enjoy change and be ready to change quickly whenever you need to. Discover the secret of the writing on the wall for yourself and enjoy less stress and more success in your work and life. Written for all ages, this story takes less than an hour to read, but its unique insights will last a lifetime.  

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Such a wonderful book with so much depth. Highly recommended for everyone. It is the humorous and instructive tale of four characters who reside in a maze and seek out cheese in order to eat and be happy. Cheese is a metaphor for anything you want in life, such as a fulfilling career, a loving relationship, wealth or material goods, excellent health, or mental peace of spirit. You search in the maze for what you desire, either in the company you work for, your family, or the neighbourhood where you reside. The issue is that the cheese is constantly shifting. The people in the novel encounter unexpected shift while looking for the cheese. One of them eventually adjusts to change successfully and leaves his lessons for you to find on the walls of the maze.


"Who Moved My Cheese?" by Spencer Johnson is a concise parable that explores change. Through four characters in a maze, it teaches that change is inevitable, and our responses to it matter. The mice, Sniff and Scurry, represent proactive adaptability, while Hem and Haw symbolize resistance to change. This short book emphasizes anticipating, monitoring, and embracing change promptly. Its simplicity makes it accessible to a broad audience, offering valuable lessons in adapting to life's inevitable shifts. It's a recommended read for those seeking insights into personal and professional adaptability, reminding us that change can be an opportunity for growth and success.


Spencer Johnson's inspirational business tale "Who Moved My Cheese?" teaches readers about adaptability and change through the use of a maze. In the tale, two little people and four mice follow each other through a maze in search of cheese, which stands for prosperity and pleasure. In order to adjust to change, Johnson stresses the significance of accepting it and getting over our fears. The book is a well-liked option for anyone going through personal or professional transitions because it is understandable and useful.

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