What Most People Get Wrong About The 7 Habits with Stephen M.R. Covey

Описание: In this special episode, Stephen and Britain Covey sit down with their father, Stephen M. R. Covey, to explore the real origin story behind The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey. From childhood family councils to a 20-year publishing journey, they uncover the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped one of the most influential personal development books of all time.

The episode dives deep into how the habits evolved over time, why paradigms matter more than behavior, and how primary greatness, not just success, leads to lasting fulfillment. With heartfelt stories, insightful breakdowns, and meaningful listener questions, this episode brings the 7 Habits to life in a way you’ve never heard before. Let's dive in!

0:00 Introduction
3:23 How the 7 Habits began as stand-alone principles
7:28 How the habit names and structure evolved
13:51 Why the 7 Habits took over 20 years to develop
18:12 Choosing purpose over profit: Stephen M. R. Covey’s career decision
31:18 Private victory as the key to public victory
34:00 Mental resilience in competitive environments
39:45 The hardest habit to live consistently
42:17 What would the 8th habit be?
44:17 Are the 7 Habits still relevant today?
1:03:55 Practical applications to live more effectively

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