7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey Sharpen the Saw 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey

Source: Man's Search for Meaning Renewal “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves” Viktor Frankl (1905 - 1997) Source: Man's Search for Meaning

Body The Physical Dimension: Exercise, Eat Healthy, Sleep Well, Relax

It’s all about how you feel, Caring for Your Body Eat Right Relax Physical Fitness Get Enough Sleep Don’t do drugs (or other harmful things) It’s all about how you feel, not how you look!

Read, Educate, Write, Learn New Skills Brain The Mental Dimension Read, Educate, Write, Learn New Skills

Caring for Your Brain Read stimulating things Solve Problems (like crossword puzzles) Travel Play musical instruments Debate Have stimulating conversations… Attend opera, plays, or ballet Write a story, poem, or song.

Mental Barriers Screen Time: TV, Video Games, Computer The Nerd Syndrome: I don’t wanna look too smart Pressure: I’m scared to do well; I don’t know if I can keep this up! You Gotta Wanna!

Don’t Let School Get in the Way of Your Education! Take the time to REALLY learn, not just earn a grade. Take classes that you find interesting if you have a choice. Do more reading outside of school to learn more about subjects.

Heart The Emotional Dimension Build Relationships (RBA & PBA), Give Service, Laugh

Caring for Your Heart RBA Deposits Keep Promises Do Small Acts of Kindness Be Loyal Listen Say You’re Sorry Set Clear Expectations PBA Deposits Keep Promises Do Small Acts of Kindness Be Gentle with You Be Honest Renew Yourself Tap Into Talents

Soul The Spiritual Dimension Meditate, Keep a Journal, Pray, Take in Quality Media

Caring for Your Soul Meditating Serving Others Writing in a Journal Going for a Walk Thinking Deeply Writing Poetry or Music Praying

Your Spiritual Diet What type of media do you allow yourself to take in? IS IT FEEDING YOUR SOUL?

BALANCE IS BETTER

Habit 7: Sharpen the saw. Soul Brain Heart Body battle of good versus evil (atheism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism) Brain reading, journaling, discussing, seminars, meetings Heart family, friends, service (notes, phone calls, emails, visits) Body endurance, strength, flexibility, sleep, eating  When will YOU sharpen your saw?  What measures will you use in each category?