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1.4 - Values Exercise
This lesson covers... | the second best brainstorming exercise I’ve ever found, useful for identifying both your core values and your aspirations. |
By the end you should... | have all the material you need to write a great personal statement. |
Time | 5 minutes |
What do I value?
Exercise: Select the 10 values you connect with most. Of those 10, choose 5. Then your top 3. Write them down somewhere. Then go to the next step.
o community
o inspiration
o money
o intellectual status
o financial gain
o laughter
o serenity
o physical challenge
o responsibility
o competition
o career
o fame
o working with others
o freedom
o security
o strength
o self-control
o hunger
o personal development
o trust
o faith
o involvement
o adventure
o vulnerability
o adaptability
o friendship
o excellence
o job tranquility
o power
o passion
o cooperation
o affection
o wisdom
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o challenges
o commitment
o leadership
o helping others
o influence
o wit
o success
o patience
o listening
o diversity
o love
o fast-paced work
o nutrition
o competence
o practicality
o creativity
o excitement
o collaboration
o social change
o beauty
o ecological awareness
o quality relationships
o travel
o decisiveness
o curiosity
o spirituality
o loyalty
o honesty
o independence
o supervising others
o recognition
o accountability
o democracy
o_______________
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o self expression
o stability
o art
o autonomy
o risk
o balance
o self-discipline
o courage
o family
o empathy
o working alone
o humility
o efficiency
o intensity
o health and fitness
o meaningful work
o my country
o music
o truth
o resourcefulness
o respect
o bravery
o communication
o change and variety
o compassion
o nature
o expertise
o order
o privacy
o close relationships
o religion
o knowledge
o growth
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