The ability to subordinate an impulse to a value is the essence of the…

Stephen Covey
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The ability to subordinate an impulse to a value is the essence of the proactive person. ✨ Stephen R. Covey (2016). The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change Interactive Edition, p.83, Mango Media Inc.
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