Rather than love, than money, than fame, give me truth.

Everyone has values. Our values can be quite different from others'. Some people may value competition while others value cooperation. Others may value adventure and security.

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These differences in value can impact our happiness levels and larger choices in life. To better understand how to make choices based on our values,

we should examine each of them. Below, I've outlined a few values and how they influence us. What's valuable to you and what's not.

Your values are what make you happy and guide your decisions. Your values should define the priorities you set for yourself. Knowing your values can help you gauge whether your life is moving in the direction you desire.

Living your life according to your values means you are contented and satisfied with your life. Otherwise, it's likely to cause you to be unhappy or frustrated. What's Valuable About Values?

Values come in many forms and are important to your identity. Successful entrepreneurs may place high importance on determination, achievement, wealth, and integrity.

Meanwhile, activists may place a high value on peace and justice. The question of what's valuable is vital, and you should consider what's valuable to you and to the lives of others.

If you're unhappy, it's important to redefine yourself and develop new values.

While your values may differ from someone else's, they all have one thing in common: they value your opinion. If you're not sure whether your values align with theirs, ask people who value your opinion.

If you value someone's opinion, chances are they will seek it out first. They'll often ask for it before making a major decision. Using these values will help you make wiser decisions.