Day 253 - Seek First to Understand

There’s a phrase I often repeat to myself, especially in moments of tension or disagreement: “Seek first to understand, not to be understood.” It’s a line made famous by Stephen Covey in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, but its wisdom goes much deeper than productivity or personal effectiveness. It’s a life philosophy. A mindset shift. A relational tool. And in many ways, a form of humility in action.