Posted 1/30/2014 1:53 PM (GMT 0)
"Coherence is ... that we come to see clearly the big organising principles that guide our actions; the wholsesome patterns of coping, or values and Virtures"
- Linda Graham - Bouncing Back p 378
Tolerance?
Reverence?
Resourcefulness?
Purposefulness?
What word grabs you the most if any? Compare that word with...
Patience?
Obedience?
Mercy?
Loyalty?
Do any of these stand out more strongly?
Knowledge?
Joyfulness?
Idealism?
Honesty?
What do you truly value...
Frugality?
Focus?
Discipline?
Dependability?
Or could...
Courtesy
Committment
Simplicity
or Respect..
be more important to you?
You should be able to pick out one or two standouts so far...
Reliability?
Prudence?
Orderiness?
Modesty?
Love?
Kindness?
Industriousness?
Humility?
Helpfulness?
Forgiveness?
Faithfulness?
What virtues stand out to you form part of the rudder of your life.
Determination?
Creativity?
Cooperation?
Accountability?
For me, honesty and respect are the stand out values for me. Kindness and helpfulness are also powerful motivators for me. I value purposefulness, resourcefulness and frugality. Identifying those values helps me validate and understand myself. What are your stand out values?