LEADERSHIP -Habit

Habit 7 - Sharpen the saw 

Principles of balanced self-renewal

The four dimensions of self-renewal 

- Physical (Exercise, nutrition,stress management)

- Mental (Reading, visualizing, planning, writing) 

- Social /emotional ( Service, empathy, synergy, intrinsic security)

- Spiritual ( Value commitment, study and meditation)

To be effective is to balance these four dimensions. We must care for our physical ( our body ) by eating the right food, giving our body enough relaxation, and as well schedule for exercise. Engage in activities that promote a healthy living

Effective people also balance the mental dimensions by exposure to formal education as well as informal. Being able to read good books,  to plan very well , to write aswell. It take a lot of effort to be mentally sound, being able to reason intelligent and come up with meaningful solutions

Spiritually, effective people balance the source of their value system.  " The spiritual dimension is your core, your center , your commitment to your value system" - Stephen R Covey 

Lastly the Social dimension - Our relationship with others matter too in being effective. Having empathy towards our fellow is a way to show we are effective people. Most people lack empathy which is  an integral part of being a Leader. Being able to balance our social life , contribute to our effectiveness

Effective Leaders are able to balance the four dimensions of Self-renewal  - The  Physical, mental, social, and Spiritual.

Excerpt: The 7 Habits of highly effective people

Ref: Noble Leaders initiative network