This week I read a summary of the book titled The 7 Habits of Effective People by Stephen R. Covey. The book lists 7 habits to develop to become more effective in the workforce and an all around better leader to your peers. It breaks down the steps into dependency, independence, and interdependence. The habit that I found most interesting is Habit 7 Sharpen the saw.
So what does sharpen the saw mean? It means don't forget to take care of yourself while you are working with others. Covey lists several ways to practice self care. Physical exercise daily, spiritual renewal, mental dimension, and a social/emotional dimension. As I type this post I am in school trying to finish my bachelors degree that was started 22 years ago. I have always felt that I wold go back someday, and what I realized after reading this summary i that we are born as learners, soaking in everything. When we don't progress mentally we are not fulfilled in all aspects of our lives. I love learning new things. I also love learning things that I thought I already knew about. This journey back to school has been so rewarding and eye opening for me.
So what does sharpen the saw mean? It means don't forget to take care of yourself while you are working with others. Covey lists several ways to practice self care. Physical exercise daily, spiritual renewal, mental dimension, and a social/emotional dimension. As I type this post I am in school trying to finish my bachelors degree that was started 22 years ago. I have always felt that I wold go back someday, and what I realized after reading this summary i that we are born as learners, soaking in everything. When we don't progress mentally we are not fulfilled in all aspects of our lives. I love learning new things. I also love learning things that I thought I already knew about. This journey back to school has been so rewarding and eye opening for me.
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