Blessed Quote by Stephen Covey
“Humility is the mother of all virtues: the humble in spirit progress and are blessed because they willingly submit to higher powers and try to live in harmony with natural laws and universal principles. Courage is the father of all virtues; we need great courage to lead our lives by correct principles and to have integrity in the moment of choice.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey, 1990
Humility nurtures virtues and harmony; courage drives principled action and integrity.
In simple terms: Humility and courage build virtue.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and courage.
Themes
virtue
humility
courage
Mood
balanced
confident
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- Team building
- ethical decision‑making
- personal development
- public service
Key Concepts
Integrity
Leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice humility daily?
- When does courage guide your choices?
A Different Perspective
Balancing humility with confidence can be tricky.
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