Learning about the 7 habits of highly effective people was interesting. I had seen/heard of the book before but have never read it so this workshop was a great summary. One of the habits, Begin with the end in mind’  made me think. Covey asks you to imagine your funeral and what people would be saying about you. What would you want people to say? What would you want to be known for? He says to use this to guide every interaction in your life. 

Covey states that the most effective way to begin with the end in mind is to create a personal mission statement. It should focus on the following:

  • What you want to be (character)
  • What you want to do (contributions and achievements)
  • The values upon which both of these things are based

In time, your mission statement will become your personal constitution. It becomes the basis from which you make every decision in your life. By making principles the center of your life, you create a solid foundation from which to flourish.