How many on their deathbeds wished they'd spent more time at the office - or watching TV? The answer is, No one.
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Be governed by your internal compass, not by some clock on the wall.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Trust your instincts and values instead of external pressures and time constraints.
This quote encourages individuals to prioritize their inner guidance over the external measures of time or societal expectations. Stephen Covey emphasizes that personal values and intuitions should lead one's actions rather than feeling rushed or dictated by arbitrary deadlines or the influence of others.
Themes
Internal CompassGuidanceValuesTimeSelf-Awareness
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech to encourage team members to trust their instincts in decision-making.
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