In all of life, there are sequential stages of growth and development. A child learns to turn over, to sit up, to crawl, and then to walk and run. Each step is important and each one takes time. No step can be skipped.

This is true in all phases of life, in all areas of development, whether it be learning to play the piano or communicate effectively with a working associate. It is true with individuals,with marriages, with families, and with organizations.

We know and accept this fact or principal of process in the area of physical things, but to understand it in emotional areas, in human relations, and even in the area of personal character is less common ane more difficult.

Stephen R. Covey
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
pp. 36