Food for thought: Identify your values

Your values are the aspects of your life that guide you toward what is good for you. List three values that are important for your present or anticipated role as a parent. Identifying these core values can help you make more adaptive choices when you face challenges.

Examples of values

  • I value peace and quiet and want to create an environment that will let my child appreciate the simple life.
  • I value an active, challenging life and want to encourage my child to excel.
  • I value our cultural heritage and want to pass it on to my child.
  • I value my relationship with my spouse and want to provide a harmonious family environment for my child.
  • I value nature and want to teach my child to love and respect it.
  • I value professional achievement and want to be a successful model for my child.

Being in touch with your values will help you deal with difficulties you encounter.

What are the three most important values for you in regard to motherhood?

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