Frustration is a function of our expectations, and our expectations are often a reflection of the social mirror rather than our own values and priorities.

Nevertheless, the only way we can move from where we are now to where we would like to be is to accept where we are now.

To receive gratitude with grace is a form of gratitude by itself, and not always an easy art to master.

Fulfilling the four needs in an integrated way is like combining elements in chemistry. When we reach a "critical mass" of integration, we experience spontaneous combustion - an explosion of inner synergy that ignites the fire within and gives vision, passion, and a spirit of adventure to life.

Effective people stay out of Quadrants III and IV because, urgent or not, they aren't important. They also shrink Quadrant I down to size by spending more time in Quadrant II...Quadrant II is the heart of effective personal management.

How many on their deathbeds wished they'd spent more time at the office - or watching TV? The answer is, No one.

Paradigms are powerful because they create the lens through which we see the world.