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The funeral analogy in the book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" is used to help individuals develop a principle-centered character. The author, Stephen Covey, encourages readers to imagine what they would like to hear about themselves at their own funeral. This thought experiment is intended to help individuals identify their core values and the traits they aspire to embody. By doing so, they can create a 'template' for the life they want to live, guided by these principles and values. This approach is character-driven, focusing on the development of intrinsic qualities rather than external personality traits.
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Covey uses the analogy of a funeral to emphasize the foundation of this habit. For developing our own principle-centered character and by understanding the traits we desire, we can imagine what things we would like to hear about ourselves at our own funeral. This exercise helps us determine what values are the most important to us, providing a template for the life we want to live.
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