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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens is a book written by Sean Covey, based on Stephen

Covey's popular book "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People". It teaches teens how
to become successful in their school and personal life. The habits are: be proactive, begin
with the end in mind, put first things first, think win-win, seek first to understand then to be
understood, synergize, and sharpen the saw. Being proactive involves taking responsibility
for one’s own life instead of being influenced by others, while beginning with the end in mind
means having a clear picture of what one wants and planning how to get it. Putting first
things first is prioritizing tasks and activities, while thinking win-win is making decisions that
benefit everyone involved. Seeking first to understand then to be understood involves
listening in order to better understand others. Synergizing is creating something greater than
the sum of its parts, and sharpening the saw is investing in one’s own physical, mental,
social, and spiritual health. This book provides teens the necessary skills to become
successful and reach their goals.

1) Be Proactive: Being proactive means taking responsibility for your own life and decisions
and not allowing external factors to control your destiny. It is taking initiative to find solutions
to problems and making things happen.
2) Begin with the End in Mind: Begin with the End in Mind means having goals and a plan to
work towards those goals. It is important to visualize your desired outcome before taking
action.
3) Put First Things First: Putting First Things First means prioritizing tasks and activities
based on their importance and urgency. It is important to make sure that important tasks are
completed before less important ones.
4) Think Win-Win: Thinking Win-Win means finding solutions where everyone involved can
benefit. It is important to look for win-win solutions instead of focusing on winning or losing.
5) Seek First to Understand Then to Be Understood: Seeking First to Understand Then to
Be Understood means listening to understand before speaking. It is important to take the
time to listen to the other person’s point of view before expressing your own.
6) Synergize: Synergize means working together to create something better than what could
have been created alone. It is important to recognize that different perspectives and skills
can

The seventh habit in Stephen Covey’s book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens is
“Sharpening the Saw.” This habit is all about self-renewal and self-care. It encourages teens
to take the time to rest, relax, and recharge in order to maintain their physical, mental, and
emotional well-being. Sharpening the saw involves activities such as exercise, getting
enough sleep, having fun, and taking time to think. It also encourages teens to find ways to
develop their skills and talents and to stay up to date with what is happening in the world. By
taking the time to sharpen the saw, teens can maintain their effectiveness and efficiency so
that they can be their best selves.
1. Be Proactive: Take initiative and responsibility for one's actions, thoughts, and emotions.
Embrace change and strive to be the best version of oneself.
2. Begin with the End in Mind: Set goals and focus on the long-term vision of the desired
outcome. Develop plans to reach those goals, and stay disciplined and motivated.

3. Put First Things First: Prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and make sure that
important tasks are taken care of first.

4. Think Win-Win: Set goals that are beneficial to everyone involved, and strive to create a
positive environment for all.

5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood: Listen to others before speaking, and
try to understand multiple points of view before forming opinions.

6. Synergize: Learn to work together and appreciate the strengths of each team member.

7. Sharpen the Saw: Prioritize self-care and take time for personal development.

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