What drives you?

Knowing your values helps you understand what drives you, what you enjoy, what inspires you, and what you would like more of.

Definition: Values (a person's principles or standards of behavior;

one's judgment of what is important in life)

Your values help you build your self-esteem by increasing your awareness of yourself. Because people grow up in different families with different backgrounds and histories, personal values differ from one person to the next. Being self-aware enables you to understand who you are, what drives you forward, and what you need to do to have a better life. Sometimes what we think are our values and often tainted by families, situations, the environment, communities, and a list of other situations. It's your responsibility to:

• Reflect on what’s important to you.

• Consider the aspects of life that resonate with you.

• Create a list of the top three things that matter most to you.

• If possible, rank these values in order of importance.

Remember, your values serve as a compass, guiding you toward a more fulfilling life.

Live encouraged!