These three habits are associated with moving from the state of dependence to the state of independence. Finally, the last habit in the group is putting “first things first,” implying that all activities should be divided by priorities according to their urgency and importance (Covey, 2013, p. The second habit implies beginning with the end in mind, meaning that people should envision their desires and plan their lives towards them (Covey, 2013). The habits in the book are divided into three groups, and the first one is associated with independence, or “self-mastery.” The first habit in this group is about being proactive, and Covey (2013) states that proactivity is associated with the responsibility for people’s reactions to their experiences, responding positively, and then improving the situation.
