Want to change your life? Start with this…
Whenever life starts to feel out of alignment, this is the question to ask yourself:
What do I value?
I first answered this question when I completed a self-love journal years ago and it was so eye-opening.
Above all else, I valued freedom.
Understanding this gave me the clarity I needed to make better decisions and an understanding of why I avoided certain decisions altogether.
At that time, I was working in audit & controls where I had very little freedom or time to invest in the other things I valued.
For me to see positive change in my life, I needed to start making life choices that honored my values.
Is there another role that is less rigid and would allow me more freedom?
I followed a similar line of questions and acted on the answers. I changed careers, moved out of a job where I was measured by billable hours, and had more time for my other values like faith and family.
Life design only works if it is value-driven.
Recently, the YouTube algorithm brought me to this great video on establishing a morning routine that I could not wait to share with you.
It teaches you how to create a morning routine that is perfect for you based on what you value and want for the thriving version of yourself.
It reminded me of how life-changing it is when you align your life with your values and vision.
I encourage you to spend some time today answering the question:
What are my top 5 values?
Then, start small…
What is one thing I could do differently to align my daily life to my values?
Need inspiration? Watch the video to the end for an example of one person’s revamped morning routine and start there.
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