Why do negative events happen, and why do people do the things they do? These are some of the most complex questions facing the world's greatest minds, but the answer is probably much simpler than you think. In fact, if you can count to five, you have the power within you to understand how life works, why problems occur, and how to enact an immediate change for the better.

The answer lies within a simple scale ranging from (1) to (5), with each number representing the emotional maturity level with which a person operates. While numbers (1) through (4) represent the fear-based approaches that cause drama and consequences for so many individuals, a person following the (5) approach is able to let go of fear and experience life in an effortless and painless manner.

In the vein of Wayne Dyer and Louise Hay, author Linda R. Partridge, PhD, encourages readers to take control and experience the power of positive living-by simply altering thought patterns and striving to be a (5). Whether you're age nine or ninety, these straightforward methods for identifying and overcoming problems are easy enough for anyone to implement and begin seeing drastic results right away!