Understand to be Understood

Caffeinated Thought of the Week:

Steven Covey’s fifth habit of highly effective people is: “Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood.” Be a person who:

• Doesn’t jump to conclusions before knowing the whole story.
• Ask questions.
• Listen to others and let them feel heard.

Quote of the Week:

“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry” — James 1:19

Reflection of the Week:

What relationship can you grow by applying the principle, “Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood”?