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Attitude Quote by Stephen Covey

“If you want small changes in your life, work on your attitude. But if you want big and primary changes, work on your paradigm.” quote by Stephen Covey
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“If you want small changes in your life, work on your attitude. But if you want big and primary changes, work on your paradigm.”

Stephen Covey

About This Quote

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

Changing attitudes yields small changes; altering underlying paradigms creates major transformation.

In simple terms: Attitude changes minor; paradigm changes major.

Key Takeaway

Shift your core paradigm.

Themes

growth mindset change

Mood

motivational strategic

Type

inspirational analytical

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • life coaching
  • education
  • policy reform

Key Concepts

systems thinking personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What core beliefs limit you?
  • How can you reframe them?
A Different Perspective

Paradigm shifts can be resisted or slow.

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