As we move into Thursday, let’s reflect on one powerful principle from
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey:
Sharpen the Saw
Covey teaches that if you don’t take time to renew yourself, you become dull — physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually.
Most people push harder.
Leaders step back and sharpen.
At 75 or 25, growth never stops.
Energy must be renewed.
Today ask yourself:
- Did I strengthen my body?
- Did I feed my mind?
- Did I nurture my relationships?
- Did I connect with purpose?
Even 20 minutes makes a difference.
Walk.
Read.
Pray.
Reflect.
Call someone you care about.
Growth is not about constant grinding.
It’s about disciplined renewal.
If you don’t sharpen the saw — you become the saw.
Let’s finish this week strong.
Aslam — The Growth Gap