&nbsp;“(Values) are the principles that give our lives meaning and allow us to persevere through adversity”&nbsp;-&nbsp;The Self-Confidence Workbook.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A Definition of values

Self Improvement

<ol><li>Choose your top 6-8 values from a wide-ranging list of values.</li><li>Think of three to six people you most admire or love. Consider why they are so important to you.&nbsp;</li><li>See a career counsellor as they are able to help match their clients to a compatible career area.</li><li>Use an online values inventory.&nbsp;</li><li>Observe yourself and learn.&nbsp;If you experience a lot of dissatisfaction with your choices, you may not be living up to your values or you may need to re-evaluate what is most important to you.</li><li>Focus on the bitter and the sweet in your life.&nbsp;These moments could direct you to what you care about most.</li></ol>

Choosing Core Values

At times two cherished values will be in conflict.&nbsp;&nbsp;Knowing why you are choosing Value 1 instead of Value 2 in that instance can be helpful in resolving any inner conflict you may feel.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Difficult Choices 

"What Should I Do?" Everyday Values Dilemmas You've planned to have dinner with your friend on Friday night. On Friday morning, the guy you've been crushing on asks you out for the evening. Do you say yes and break the date with your friend? You just got a raise.