Living Your Values

In the midst of our fast-paced world, we often find ourselves caught up in a whirlwind of distractions, daily hurdles, and those pesky little stressors that, when combined, can leave us feeling somewhat disconnected from what truly matters in our lives. It's almost as if we're running on autopilot, letting life happen to us rather than seizing the reins as the authentic creators and directors of our own destinies. When the scales of life tip towards imbalance, when stress creeps in, or when a general sense of dissatisfaction lingers, it's not uncommon to feel adrift from our core values. ​

Our values are the quiet, underlying principles that define what  matters to us. They're kind of like the invisible threads that weave the fabric of our existence. Values provide us with direction, acting as the framework upon which we build our lives. In moments when we stand at crossroads, uncertain of which path to choose, it's our values unfurl before us like a trusted roadmap, guiding us toward authenticity and purpose.

So, as we welcome 2024, I extend a heartfelt challenge to you: let's endeavour to live each day steered by an awareness of what holds significance to us—your core values.

Here's How:

1. Identify your Authentic Values: 

Explore the following list of values, and choose the top 6 that represent your authentic values

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2. Embody the Meaning: 

Dive deeper into the meaning of each value you selected: look up the definition of the word, and seek to understand its essence and significance.

3. Align your Choices and Actions: 

Ask yourself, what does it truly mean to embody this value? How can you infuse it into every facet of your daily existence? And, consider how you'll translate each of these values into daily action. Actions speak louder than words, after all. 

4. Devise a Plan to Stay on Track:

To be intentional with living your values, create a check-in routine. Whether it's once a week or once a month, this reflection is crucial. If you're concerned about forgetting, here are 3 suggestions for how to remember to check in:

• use your smartphone to give you a reminder
  
• go old school and flip the page to a month from now on your calendar
  
• make it a shared journey with a friend or family member by doing this values exploration activity together and then setting up a time to talk about it and reflect together - thereby keeping each other accountable with offer kind support. 
  

A few final points to remember:

• Sometimes we need reminders to help us follow-through with what we say we'll do. Please don't judge yourself for needing a reminder. Life throws us challenges, and I'd be there's a lot vying for your attention in any given moment. Be kind to yourself, and recognize what you need to do to be successful.
• If you check in and realize that you haven't been living your values - know that every moment of your life is a moment to begin again - notice what threw you off, and review your list of values to recenter and get back on track with what's important to you in this life.
• Please know that our values can evolve over time. So, please do revisit your list in a year's time.

Living your values invites deeper self-awareness into all you do - you foster a greater sense of integrity with self, congruence, and fulfilment. I am so excited for the magic to unfold, as you create your daily life in ways that align with your values and aspirations. 

I'd love to hear what this exercise was like for you - leave a comment, or better yet, let me know what your top 6 values are!

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