I postulated that fundamental principles express what people are or have and serve as the foundation for a chain of reasoning to support human effectiveness.
The fundamental principle that people are consistent with themselves will find more support if I formulate it as “people cannot remain inconsistent with themselves for long” Alas, I have made my bed and will lie in it.
Dr Covey emphasises integrity, which can be defined as being consistent with oneself.
Practically, a person might be able to use the personality ethic to get away with personal defects for a while but will eventually succumb to this fundamental principle. Their true colours will emerge. I am not saying we must not hide our flaws; I am saying that if we have flaws do not cover them up, work on them. Become the person you want to be. Easier said than done.
It is better to work on yourself than on a false reputation that you could lose in a moment when your true (unwanted) nature presents itself.
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