Values Exercise
In a notebook, write down your 12 most essential values, choosing from the list below. Try not to over-think it.
Give each value a rating, 1-10, based on how well each value is currently expressed in your life.
If the values already scores highly, write down why you think you are able to express this value so well.
Very often middle scores are a little lower than they could be because of neglect or temporary circumstances. Is there an easy adjustment you could make to improve these scores?
For the low scoring items, write down your biggest obstacle to living these values more effectively. What would it take to remove that obstacle? Write it down.
Finally, what action could you take immediately that would have the biggest positive impact on your life? The important thing here is to focus what is possible now - and not on what is currently out of reach. Are you ready to take this action?
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VALUES LIST
Control
Attention
Surrender
Nurture
Beauty
Power
Leadership
Risk
Service
Grace
Mastery
Equanimity
Wealth
Change
Play
Wholeness
Rules
Work
Creativity
Support
Excellence
Self-Control
Peace
Challenge
Adventure
Order
Quiet
Pleasure
Joy
Learning
Planning
Belief
Empathy
Fairness
Contribution
Admiration
Influence
Community
Pride
Vitality
Sexuality
Sensuality
Humor
Spontaneity
Self-Expression
Calm
Nature
Enlightenment
Accomplishment
Self-Actualization
Freedom
Fun
Independence
Gratitude
Encouragement
Patience
Serenity
Partnership
Inspiration
Imagination
Connection
Courage
Action
Passion
Home
Safety
Consistency
Structure
Growth
Strength
Truth
Compassion
Appreciation
Intuition
Parenting
Tradition
Justice
Spirituality
Dignity
Self-Respect
Security
Family
Health
Relationship
Inner Strength
Intellect
Hope
Kindness
Love
Feelings
Friendship
Respect
Understanding
Openness
Reliability
Dependability
Loyalty
Happiness
Laughter