Reviews: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I spent a lot of time in the reading of this book, mainly because I did not want to treat it too lightly, and secondly because I wanted to truly learn the material. I realize, however, that I will need to do much more than read this book to learn the principles. I will need to deeply study this book before I can say I have mastered the principles taught here.

Like so many others, I found the 7 Habits earth shattering. I can see so many, so so many things that I need to change in myself in order to be more effective in my life. Sometimes it seems so overwhelming to think of all the areas I need to work on in order to make the changes I need to make. I can at least find comfort that I have found areas that need change and I have some inkling of what the changes are that I should focus on first.

On a personal note, I found the last chapter inspiring. Especially when he talks about being the Transition Person in the scripting of your life. I am that person in my family. I often stand alone because others cannot understand why I do what I do. They see my actions in a Win/Lose way and so can't fathom that I intend for all of us to Win! I hope and pray that as I continue on my path as a Transition Person, that somehow I can learn to communicate to understand with those who seem unable/unwilling to communicate at this point in time.

I highly recommend this book to everyone who wants to make vital changes in their life to be happier, more fulfilled, and to meet the needs of others in their life.

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