- “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.