Animal Quote by Stephen Covey
“I believe that correct principles are natural laws, and that God, the Creator and Father of us all, is the source of them, and also the source of our conscience. I believe that to the degree people live by this inspired conscience, they will grow to fulfill their natures; to the degree that they do not, they will not rise above the animal plane.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey, 1989
Moral principles are universal laws rooted in a divine source; living by them elevates humanity beyond animal instincts.
In simple terms: Living by higher principles lifts us.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with higher principles.
Themes
ethics
spirituality
human potential
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- leadership development
- ethical decision making
- personal transformation
Key Concepts
natural law
conscience
growth
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel a higher purpose guiding you?
- How can you nurture conscience in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Human nature may reject abstract principles in favor of immediate gratification.
