Type Of Values | Examples | How to judge your values healthily |
Personal Values | Honesty, compassion, ambition, creativity, humor. | Values clarification exercises to uncover what truly matters to you. Notice which values bring you the most fulfillment when in action. Examine any conflict between different values you hold. |
Social Values | Justice, equality, environmentalism, community-mindedness. | Assess community involvement: Do your actions align with social values? Honestly examine any prejudice or blind spots you may have. Explore historical and current perspectives on social issues you care about. |
Work Values | Collaboration, innovation, work-life balance, achievement. | Does your work environment align with your values? If not, are changes possible? Honestly assess if your career choices are driven by these values or other factors (money, external pressure). Reflect on moments when you felt most fulfilled or frustrated at work. |