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“When people seriously undertake to identify what really matters most to them in their lives, what they really want to be and do, they become very reverent. They start to think in larger terms than today and tomorrow.” quote by Stephen Covey
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“When people seriously undertake to identify what really matters most to them in their lives, what they really want to be and do, they become very reverent. They start to think in larger terms than today and tomorrow.”

Stephen Covey

About This Quote

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

Identifying core values and aspirations leads to reverence and a broader, future‑oriented mindset beyond immediate concerns.

In simple terms: Finding what matters expands perspective.

Key Takeaway

Clarify values to guide actions.

Themes

self‑discovery purpose growth

Mood

motivational reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal development
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

values long‑term vision

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truly matters to you?
  • How can you align daily actions with deeper goals?
A Different Perspective

May be challenging to prioritize long‑term over urgent tasks.

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