On my bookshelf
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, by Sean Covey
A key part of my role is engaging young people through our collection and helping them to lead happy, fulfilling lives. This book was a useful reminder of how it felt to be a teenager. It is a condensed, amusing version of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R Covey, Sean Covey’s father.
The book is about tackling internal battles, renewing yourself and creating positive relationships. The first habit to initiate is to “Be Proactive”: a reminder that you are responsible for your own happiness.
The humorous tone and easy-to-grasp explanations make adopting these habits seem compelling and achievable. The author and others share experiences and challenges overcome – a feature that’s both interesting and motivational, because you can relate to their stories and see real-life benefits.
Reading it has helped me to plan and deliver young people’s programmes, and to acquire habits that have been valuable in my relationships with others.
Caitlan Louise is the Young People’s Skills Programme Apprentice at the London Transport Museum
The book is about tackling internal battles, renewing yourself and creating positive relationships. The first habit to initiate is to “Be Proactive”: a reminder that you are responsible for your own happiness.
The humorous tone and easy-to-grasp explanations make adopting these habits seem compelling and achievable. The author and others share experiences and challenges overcome – a feature that’s both interesting and motivational, because you can relate to their stories and see real-life benefits.
Reading it has helped me to plan and deliver young people’s programmes, and to acquire habits that have been valuable in my relationships with others.
Caitlan Louise is the Young People’s Skills Programme Apprentice at the London Transport Museum