but you'll still get enough out of the book to make you glad you read it. ![]() You may skip a lot of the stories, examples and re-caps, as I did. If you're a confused mortal wondering why nothing works out the way you want it to, read this book! If you can practise the techniques it describes, good for you! And even if you can't do it all the time, you'll still gain a better understanding of yourself and your problems. Why else are there so many frustrated people, so many unhappy families? it's not because we want to hurt ourselves and those around us, it's because we don't understand how to 'begin with the end in mind', to think clearly about where we want to go and chalk out our flight plan to get there. Once we have it pointed out to us, we see it but there is a kind of fog around our brains that prevents us seeing it on our own. Why can't the rest of humankind do this? I really don't know. He is one of those rare people - I have known two or three in my life - with the facility of clear thinking, who intuitively understand cause and effect, and therefore act in such a way as to produce the desired outcome. And wham! I suddenly realized all the hype around Stephen Covey wasn't just hype. An earlier occupant of my office had left it on the shelf and I eyed it with contempt for years before curiosity finally drove me to flip through the pages. I didn't expect to like this book as I have a hefty mental block against self-help books. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families is an invaluable guidebook for families everywhere and an invitation to build a better life, one habit at a time. ![]() Inside you’ll - A breakdown of the 7 Habits with concrete methods for implementing each of them - Reflection and application questions for both you and your family members-for everyone from young kids to adults - An index of common family challenges along with ways to address them- And much moreWhile each and every family is unique, the 7 Habits offer a proven framework for creating a vibrant family culture of trust and love, no matter what your family situation. ![]() Rooted in the 7 Habits that have transformed the lives of millions, the book is filled with anecdotes from Covey’s own family along with those of countless other families in every stage of life. This newly revised edition includes updated stories, thoughtful new insights from Sandra Covey, and wisdom for navigating the challenges of modern day digital culture. Covey's New York Times bestselling classic to help you create and sustain a strong family culture in a turbulent world The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families is a practical guide to navigating the challenges of family life. Fully revised and Updated! A new edition Stephen R.
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