But with the steady disintegration of the family in modern society over the last century, the role of the school in bridging the gap has become vital! – Stephen Covey
The character ethic, which I believe to be the foundation of success, teaches that there are basic principles of effective living, and that people can only experience true success and enduring happiness as they learn and integrate these principles into their basic character. – Stephen Covey
Our ultimate freedom is the right and power to decide how anybody or anything outside ourselves will affect us. – Stephen Covey
If youre proactive, you dont have to wait for circumstances or other people to create perspective expanding experiences. You can consciously create your own. – Stephen Covey
It was the labor movement that helped secure so much of what we take for granted today. The 40-hour work week, the minimum wage, family leave, health insurance, Social Security, Medicare, retirement plans. The cornerstones of the middle-class security all bear the union label. – Barack Obama