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“I define discipline as the ability to make + keep promises and to honor commitments.” quote by Stephen Covey
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“I define discipline as the ability to make + keep promises and to honor commitments.”

Stephen Covey

About This Quote

Source Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, 1989

Discipline is keeping promises to oneself and others, building trust and reliability.

In simple terms: Discipline means keeping promises.

Key Takeaway

Honor commitments consistently.

Themes

integrity trust self‑control

Mood

motivational determined

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • personal development
  • teamwork

Key Concepts

promise‑keeping habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What promise will you keep today?
  • How to protect commitments?
A Different Perspective

External pressures can break resolve.

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