How to discover the values that motivate us.

So, the first step in figuring anything out is to accept the fact that something needs to change.  For example, I can't change my bad habit of saying "ya know" (I don't really say that, although my bestie's mother said that all of the time) until I realize how many times I am actually saying those words.  Once I figure out that fact, I can go about making changes to my life.  Have you taken stock of your life lately?  Let me take you on a quick walk through your life map.  

Take stock of your life in a variety of areas by rating yourself from 1 to 10 (10 being the most satisfied ever and 1 being the least satisfied you have ever felt).  Here we go......

1.  Career/Work-   _________________
2.  Family Life-  ____________
3.  Financial Stability-  _______________
4.  Romantic or intimate life (not just the sex!)-  ____________
5.  Your personal values and beliefs-  ____________
6.  Your hobbies- _____________
7.  Your emotional needs being met-____________
8.  Your Physical health-  ______________
9.  Your Personal Growth-  _____________
10.  Your family and community interaction-  _____________

Now that you have rated yourself, pay attention to the ones that made you think a bit more or even the ones that you weren't real sure how you felt- these are the areas that may be challenging you right now.  No one has a perfect life and if they do, then I want in!  Even as a therapist and relatively (I say this loosley) 'normal' person, there are always areas in my life that I would like to improve.  

To be Continued (I love leaving my readers with anticipation!)

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