Proactive Language

  • “Let’s look at our alternatives.”
  • “I can choose a different approach.”
  • “I control my own feelings.”
  • “I can create an effective presentation.”
  • “I will choose an appropriate response.”
  • “I choose.”
  • “I prefer.”
  • “I will.”

Source: Covey, Stephen R. (1989, 2004). The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Free Press, p. 78.


Habit 1: Be Proactive