SHARPEN THE SAW

EXPAND YOUR MIND

Continue to develop your mind no matter how old you are: Take classes that interest you, read great works of literature, write in a journal-learn to think analytically,and express your self intelligently every day.

Stephen R. Covey.

RENEW YOUR SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL SIDE

Build relationships with others born of trust, and create a life of integrity for yourself – the most fundamental source of personal worth. This is how you’ll peace of mind-that is your life will be in harmony with true principles and values

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ENCOURAGE THOSE AROUND YOU TO BE PROACTIVE.

Believe in other people, even if they don’t believe in themselves. Listen to them and empathize with them. Help them affirm their positive traits. Doing so increases the opportunities for interaction with other proactive people.

Stephen R Covey.

EDUCATE AND OBEY YOUR CONSCIENCE.

To keep progressing, you must learn, commit, and do- learn, commit, and do- and learn, commit and do all over again.

Stephen R. Covey

CARE FOR YOUR PHYSICAL BODY.

Nurture your physical self by eating the right foods, getting sufficient rest and relaxation, and exercising on a regular basis. A good exercise program will build your body in three areas: endurance, flexibility and strength.

Stephen R. Covey

TAKE TIME TO SHARPEN THE SAW

Sharpening the saw means exercising all four dimensions of your nature- the physical, the social- emotional, the mental, and the spiritual- regularly and consistently in wise and balanced ways.

Stephen R. Covey

HELP OTHER PEOPLE IN MEANINGFUL WAYS.

Contribute to others through your work, your friendships, and through anonymous service. Your concern need only be blessings the lives of others. Influence, not recognition, becomes the true motive.

Stephen R. Covey