Why Getting Clear on Your Values is your GPS
Imagine this: You’re cruising down a highway with your windows down, music blasting, feeling unstoppable when suddenly, you realise you have no idea where you’re headed. No exit signs, no GPS, no map. Just a vague hope you’re somewhere close to your destination. That, my friend, is life without clear values.
We all want to feel like we’re living with purpose, making choices that resonate with who we really are. But without getting crystal clear on what truly matters to us, we’re basically driving blindfolded, prone to detours of doubt, confusion, and maybe a few “What was I thinking?!” moments (or, you know, existential crises).
Here’s the not-so-secret thing though. Your values are your life’s GPS, the core compass that guides every decision, relationship, and twist in your story. They aren’t just fancy words to sprinkle in a newsletter. They are the essence of your authenticity, your sanctuary, and your connection to yourself and the world around you.
So buckle up, because we’re going on a cheeky, soul-stirring ride into why knowing your values matters more than you think — and how Life By Your Design’s values of inclusivity, authenticity, exploration, empowerment, and growth can make that journey a whole lot richer.
First off, if you’re sitting there thinking, “Uhhh, values? Aren’t those just buzzwords?” you’re not alone. I’ve been there. Sometimes it feels easier to just roll with the punches, follow the crowd, or Google “how to live a good life” and hope for the best.
But here’s the thing: when your values aren’t front and centre, your life starts feeling like a complex logic puzzle: problems pop up, and you’re reacting, not creating. You feel pulled in a million directions, second-guessing your choices, and wondering if you’re even on your own path or just someone else’s highlight reel.
That’s where inclusivity comes in. Your values are 100% unique to you. No one else has your exact blend of experiences, dreams, and quirks. Owning your values means giving yourself permission to be exactly who you are and that’s the first step to real freedom.
Authenticity: The Foundation
Once you start tuning into your values, you’ll notice something magical happens: your life starts aligning with your authentic self. It’s like your insides stop shouting at your outsides and suddenly, your decisions, your relationships, and your career feel right instead of exhausting.
Think about the last time you did something that felt totally off. Did you say yes to a work project that drained you, or did you keep up a friendship that felt more like a chore than a joy? That tension? It’s a classic sign your values are waving a red flag.
By getting clear on what really matters means you start making choices that nourish your soul instead of draining it. Authenticity is the juice that powers this whole gig.
Exploration: Because Life’s Too Short for Boring Values
Your values aren’t set in stone — they’re more like your personal playlist that evolves as you do. That’s why exploration is key. Maybe your value of growth led you to start journaling, take up a new hobby, or even change careers. Maybe your value of connection has you prioritising deep chats over endless scrolling.
At LBYD, we celebrate that curiosity. Exploring your values means giving yourself permission to question, shift, and grow.. Life’s too short for boring, cookie-cutter values that don’t light you up.
Empowerment: Taking the Wheel
When you know your values, you take the wheel of your own life with confidence. No more waiting for permission or validation from others. You become the boss of your own choices, your own boundaries, and your own happiness.
Empowerment is about owning your power, which means saying no to what doesn’t serve you and yes to what does. It means knowing that your values are your superpower, your secret weapon against overwhelm and indecision.
Growth: The Never-Ending Adventure
Clarity on your values isn’t a one-and-done kind of thing. It’s an ongoing adventure, a cycle of learning, evolving, and levelling up. The more you practice tuning in, the sharper your compass becomes, and the more you grow into the person you’re meant to be.
Growth is woven into the fabric of Life By Your Design because we know that when you invest in yourself, your values become clearer, your boundaries stronger, and your joy deeper. It’s not about perfection, it’s about progress.
So How Do You Get Started?
Great question! The first step is often the hardest: slowing down enough to ask yourself the real questions. What lights you up? What makes you feel safe? When do you feel most you? What would you stand up for, no matter what?
