QUIZ: Find your values
Your values are the principles that define what is truly important to you. Understanding more about your values can help guide your behaviour and support your decision making process leading to a more fulfilling life.
To help you discover your core values, I have created the "Find Your Values" quiz. It involves a series of questions and scenarios to prompt introspection about what is most important to you.
Grab yourself a pen and lets get started! (if you prefer a PDF version, feel free to email me)
The "Find Your Values" Quiz
Section 1: Ranking Values
Start by ranking the following values from 1 (most important) to 10 (least important):
Family: Having strong, supportive family relationships.
Friendship: Maintaining close and meaningful friendships.
Career Success: Achieving professional goals and recognition.
Financial Security: Having enough money to feel secure and comfortable.
Health: Maintaining physical and mental well-being.
Adventure: Seeking new and exciting experiences.
Learning: Pursuing knowledge and personal growth.
Creativity: Expressing yourself through creative outlets.
Community: Contributing to and being part of a larger group.
Spirituality: Exploring and practicing spiritual beliefs.
Is there a value missing in this list that you feel is important for you? Add it and rank it!
Section 2: Scenario-Based Questions
For each scenario, choose the option that best represents what you would do:
Scenario 1:
You have an unexpected free weekend. Do you:
a) Spend it with family or friends
b) Work on a project that could advance your career
c) Volunteer for a cause you care about
d) Take a trip to a new place
e) Spend time on a creative hobby
Scenario 2:
You receive a significant amount of money unexpectedly. Do you:
a) Save or invest it for future security
b) Spend it on an experience or adventure
c) Donate a portion to charity
d) Use it to start a new business or career venture
e) Share it with family and friends
Scenario 3:
You are faced with a moral dilemma at work. Do you:
a) Stand by your principles even if it risks your job
b) Try to find a compromise that keeps everyone happy
c) Follow the rules and policies strictly
d) Seek advice from a mentor or trusted colleague
e) Consider what decision will benefit you the most in the long run
Section 3: Reflection Questions
Answer the following questions with short responses.
When do you feel the most fulfilled?
What are three things you cannot imagine living without?
Think of a time when you were very proud of yourself. What was happening and why did it make you proud?
What activities or topics make you lose track of time because you are so engaged?
Who do you admire most and what qualities do you value in them?
Analyzing and Interpreting Your Results
After completing the quiz, you can pinpoint your core values by following these steps:
Review Top-Ranked Values: Focus on the values you ranked highest in Section 1. These are likely your most important values. Reflect on why these values were prioritized and how they manifest in your life.
Analyze Scenario Choices: Review your choices in the scenarios; do you notice any patterns? For example, if you consistently chose options related to family or helping others, values like family and altruism might be significant to you.
Reflect on Personal Stories: Analyze your answers to the reflection questions; what recurring themes pop up? For instance, if you frequently mention personal growth or learning, these are likely important values for you.
Consolidate and Prioritise: Combine insights from all sections to create a list of potential values. Narrow down this list to your top three to five values and write a brief statement for each, explaining why it is important and how it influences your life.
Example of a Consolidated List of Values
After completing the test, you might identify the following top five values:
Family: "Family is my top priority because they provide support and unconditional love. I feel happiest when spending quality time with them."
Learning: "Continuous learning is crucial for my personal and professional growth. I enjoy gaining new knowledge and skills."
Health: "Maintaining good health is essential for a balanced life. I value physical and mental well-being."
Career Success: "Achieving my professional goals gives me a sense of accomplishment and purpose. I strive to excel in my career."
Community: "Contributing to my community gives me a sense of belonging and purpose. I value making a positive impact on others."
Final Steps: Living Your Values
Once you have identified your core values, create an action plan to align your life more closely with these values. Regular reflection and reassessment can help ensure you remain true to what is most important to you.
Understanding and living by your values is a journey of self-discovery and fulfillment. By knowing your values, you can make more deliberate choices that lead to a more meaningful life.
If you are looking for more, try the Wheel of Life exercise. It’s a fun and colorful way to review where you are spending your energy in your life. I wonder if your values and where you are spending your energy are aligned…
If you would like further support on this or if you would like to review the answers to this quiz together, please feel free to send me an email and we can get those questions answered.
