How many on their deathbeds wished they'd spent more time at the office - or watching TV? The answer is, No one.
Stephen CoveyRead
Make specific appointments with yourself to work on goals, and treat an appointment with yourself as you'd treat an appointment with anybody else.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Prioritize your personal goals by scheduling dedicated time for them, similar to how you would for others.
This quote emphasizes the importance of self-discipline and commitment to personal development. By treating your goals as seriously as you would treat appointments with others, you create a structured approach to achieving them, ensuring that personal growth does not take a backseat to external obligations.
Themes
GoalsAppointmentsMotivationSelf-DisciplinePersonal Growth
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote in a workshop about personal productivity.
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