VALUES

Learning Targets 1.I can analyze factors that can influence my value system. 2.I can assess and identify values within my personal value system.

Daily Journal Week Would you rather be the first person to explore a planet or be the inventor of a drug that cures a deadly disease?

Directions ◦Fold a sheet of paper in half. ◦On the left side, make a list of 10 activities that you find yourself doing on a regular basis.

What are values? ◦Qualities, characteristic or ideas about which we feel very strong. ◦Our values affect our decisions, goals and behavior. ◦They are standards to guide your actions, judgments and attitudes. ◦They define what is of worth, what is beneficial and what is harmful.

Values ◦If you remain in touch with your values, you will achieve your goals. ◦Base everyday choices on your values and goals. ◦Don’t climb a ladder that is leaning against the wrong wall. ◦Values are personal. Respect others’ value system.

Where do you get values? ◦Values come from our homes, school, society, friends, TV, church, music, books, families, culture, etc. ◦Different people and things influence you at different ages: ◦Ages 1-7: Parents ◦Ages 8-13: Teachers, Heroes ◦Ages 14-20: Peers ◦Ages 21+: Your values are established, but you may test your values from time to time.

Values vs. Facts ◦There is a difference in values and facts. ◦Values are things we feel “should” influence our lives. ◦Facts simply states what actually is. ◦A value is a statement of one’s personal beliefs. ◦A fact is established by observation and measurement.

Types of Values ◦Moral ◦What is right or wrong; thoughts or codes by which to live. ◦Aesthetic ◦Values that reflect your feelings about what has beauty in nature and life. They reveal appreciation for the way things look, sound, feel, taste and smell. ◦Material ◦Values that reflect the possessions we own; the things on which we spend our money.

Types of Values continued… ◦Intrinsic ◦Values for things or ideas that have value to us in their own right; the end not the means to an end. (i.e.: antique car – beauty) ◦Extrinsic ◦Values that are important because they help us gain other values or desired results. (i.e.: antique car – money) ◦Universal ◦Values to which most people agree. (i.e.: equality, respect of others, life) ◦Group Specific ◦Values that differ from state to state or region to region. (i.e.: US: value time – in hurry; Europeans: value people – take time to talk.)

Living My Values Activity ◦Bring out your list of activities. ◦Turn the page over. List your 5 most important values. ◦Open paper. Draw lines to match the value to the activity. ◦How do they match up? ◦Do you need to re-evaluate your values or how you spend your time?

VALUES ASSESSMENTS

Living My Values Activity ◦Bring out your list of activities. ◦Draw lines to match the value to the activity. ◦How do they match up? ◦Do you need to re-evaluate your values or how you spend your time?

Personal Pyramid VALUES Long Term Goals Intermediate Goals Daily Tasks

Reflection 1.Name factors that can influence your values. 2.What did you learn from your value assessment? Do you agree? Why or why not? 3.How can values change throughout your life? What will influence those changes?