To judge individuals before understanding them is a form of human rejection and feeds upon itself.

The 8th Habit, then, is not about adding one more habit to the 7 - one that somehow got forgotten. It's about seeing and harnessing the power of a third dimension to the 7 Habits that meets the central challenge of the new Knowledge Worker Age. The 8th Habit is to Find Your Voice and Inspire Others to Find Theirs.

True greatness will be achieved through the abundant mind that works selflessly - with mutual respect, for mutual benefit.

Little kindness and courtesies are so important. In relationships, the little things are the big things.

Nothing tastes as good as thin feels.

Love - the feeling - is a fruit of love, the verb.

Be proactive. Ask yourself, "Are my actions based on self-chosen values or on my moods, feelings and circumstances?"