We often say we want “more” in life—more success, more love, more freedom—but if you ask why you want those things, the answer sometimes stops at a vague “because it would make me happy.”

But here’s the truth: sustainable happiness and fulfillment are built on alignment with your core values—the deep, non-negotiable principles that guide your decisions, even when life throws chaos your way.

💎 Why Core Values Matter

Think of your core values as your personal compass.

When they’re clear, you:

• Stop chasing goals that drain you.
• Recognize opportunities that are meant for you.
• Make decisions with less second-guessing.

When they’re unclear, you:

• Say yes to things that don’t serve you.
• Feel restless even after achieving “success.”
• Struggle to know why something feels off.

🔍 How to Find Yours

Grab a journal and answer these prompts:

1. Peak Moments – When in your life did you feel the most alive, proud, or fulfilled? What was happening?
2. Deal Breakers – What behaviors or situations make you feel instantly drained, angry, or compromised?
3. Admired Traits – Who do you deeply admire and why? The qualities you value in others often mirror your own core values.
4. Theme Check – Look for repeated patterns or words in your answers. These are your clues.

🛠 Putting Core Values to Work

Once you identify your top 3–5 values, use them as a filter for:

• Work – Does this role or project align with what I stand for?
• Relationships – Does this connection reflect mutual respect and shared priorities?
• Goals – Am I pursuing this for me or for outside approval?

🎯 Your Challenge Today

Write your core values in a visible place—sticky notes on your mirror, a phone lock screen, or a vision board. Let them be the first and last thing you see each day. When life gets noisy, they’ll keep you grounded.

🎶 Spotify Playlist Idea – 

Driven by Values

1. “This Is Me” – Keala Settle
2. “Brave” – Sara Bareilles
3. “Roar” – Katy Perry
4. “I Am Light” – India.Arie
5. “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey
6. “Rise Up” – Andra Day
7. “Hall of Fame” – The Script ft. will.i.am
8. “A Million Dreams” – The Greatest Showman Cast

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