Values are personal qualities we choose that shape how we behave and give meaning to our lives.
Affirmation of our personal values reminds us of what is most important in life, by identifying what really matters to us and clarifying how we want to live our lives.
By taking action and doing more of what matters, we get more out of life and feel a greater sense of purpose and well-being.
Writing about your personal values and taking action in line with those values have been shown to boost positive mood.
Click on a value below to see how other people have described what it means to them. Then browse inspiring examples of concrete actions people have taken to express each value in their daily lives.