The Platinum Rule The Platinum rule is a book that takes the other side of our most cherished sayings and proverbs. It is the result of years of reading and recording words of wisdom from the ages, and thinking about other ways of looking at the issue. In some cases the contrarian quotes offers more empowerment for one. Oftentimes it does not serve to follow the wisdom of a proverb when a contrary action is needed. The most compelling example is the platinum rule being more empowering under certain circumstances than the Golden Rule. It is often better to "do unto to others what they would have you do unto them" This rule takes into account that we have different cultures and different beliefs, and honors that. A must book for anyone who is interested in broadening his/her perspective