Choice Quote by Stephen R. Covey
““Show me someone who is humble enough to accept and take responsibility for his or her circumstances and courageous enough to take whatever initiative is necessary to creatively work his or her way through or around these challenges, and I'll show you the supreme power of choice.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, 1989
True power lies in humility to own one's situation and courage to act creatively toward solutions.
In simple terms: Being humble and brave gives you control over your life.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and proactive courage.
Themes
personal growth
responsibility
choice
leadership
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
self‑help
motivational
When to use this quote
- career challenges
- personal setbacks
- entrepreneurial ventures
- team conflicts
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
agency
creative problem solving
Questions to Reflect On
- What choices can you control right now?
- How does humility affect decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
Too much focus on individual choice can ignore systemic barriers.
