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Motivation Mondays: Universal Values

12/09/2016
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“Some values must be universal, like human rights and the equal worth of every human being.”  Bjorn Ulvaeus

Motivation Mondays: Universal Values

Motivation Mondays: What are Universal Values?

I keep on hearing these same folks talk about values all the time. You want to talk about values? Hard work: That’s a value. Looking out for one another: That’s a value. The idea that we’re all in it together and I’m my brother’s and sister’s keeper: That’s a value.  US Pres, Barack Obama
Live your days on the positive side of life, in tune with your most treasured values. And in each moment you’ll have much to live for. Ralph Marston

 

When you think of Universal Values, what comes to your mind? Recently, I was having a conversation with a dear friend about what we value most. Are they the same for all of us, or do they differ? Is it culturally or individually based? Are there values we can all agree on that resonate with each of us, regardless of background and life experience? As we pondered these philosophical questions and exchanged ideas on the subject, I decided to investigate the topic a bit more to find out what the great minds of the past/present had to say about what we value; what, as Isaiah Berlin explained, we all hold in common as dear to our hearts and universal in concept. Even though we come from diverse cultures and regions of the world, most of us would agree that we value the love and lives of our loved ones, and that we value our freedom to be who/what we believe. As I explored the subject further, I was reminded of both Lord Byron’s quote below and S. H. Schwartz‘s research from a series of studies/surveys he conducted in 1992 with 25,000+ people from different cultural backgrounds in 44 countries.  Schwartz’s results identified fifty-six specific universal values and ten universal value types.[7] Schwartz’s ten universal value types are power, achievement, hedonism, stimulation, self-direction, universalism, benevolence, tradition, conformity, and security.

Essentially, S. H. Schwartz‘s research showed that, on any given day in any given community, people from all walks of life universally cherish and value the following constructs. Do the following breakdowns from his investigation resonate with you? Do they motivate your actions and decisions daily? What would you keep, and what would you let go of? We live in a fractious world with growing areas of conflict and discontent. Could we bring about hope and global change by shifting our perspective to respect and value others’ perspectives? It is a tough question, and while you can keep your answer to yourself, it is worth pondering what motivates your daily actions and how those motives affect others’ lives…  After all, we share a planet, even when we don’t agree on everything.

Here are the 10 value types and their specific related values: Which would you put first, and how would you re-organize the value types to match your personal values? On an interesting note, Schwartz tested  ‘spirituality‘, or ‘the goal of finding meaning in life‘, as an 11th universal value, but he couldn’t find consensus in all the cultures he surveyed.

A Story: What Do You Value?
A Quaker had this sign put up on a vacant piece of land next to his home: THIS LAND WILL BE GIVEN TO ANYONE WHO IS TRULY SATISFIED.
A wealthy farmer who was riding by stopped to read the sign and said to himself, “Since our friend the Quaker is so ready to part with this plot, I might as well claim it before someone else does. I am a rich man and have all I need, so I certainly qualify.”
With that, he went to the door and explained why he was there. “And are you truly satisfied?” the Quaker asked.
“I am indeed, for I have everything I need.”
“Friend,” said the Quaker, “if you are satisfied, what do you want the land for? All Zen Antics stories via Goodweb.cn

READ: Shalom H. Schwartz, ‘Basic Human Values: An Overview’

 

“Always take a stand for yourself, your values. You’re defined by what you stand for.” Oprah Winfrey

Motivation Mondays: Universal Values

Motivation Mondays: What are Universal Values?

Your beliefs become your thoughts,
Your thoughts become your words,
Your words become your actions,
Your actions become your habits,
Your habits become your values,
Your values become your destiny.” Mahatma Gandhi
There are only four questions of value in life, Don Octavio: What is sacred? Of what is the spirit made? What is worth living for? And what is worth dying for? The answer to each is the same. Only love. Lord Byron

 

What about LOVE as a universal value? Did you notice that it was absent from Schwartz’s results, even though some of us might consider love a universal value? Why do you think Spirituality didn’t make the cut as a value? Even though billions of people around the world hold belief systems close to their hearts, those beliefs are expressed in myriad ways and called by different, tradition-based names. So when we gather to discuss the foundation of our beliefs, it opens the door to a deeper discussion on what sets us apart rather than what unites us on the spiritual plane. Given that cultures around the world revere their expressions of such beliefs, I wasn’t surprised that flexibility was lacking here; for whatever reasons people held onto their beliefs, trying to interpret them as a universal construct met resistance and perhaps confusion. But what about LOVE? What about Lord Byron’s questions above? Our values are shaped by what we cherish most and what we see as worth living/dying for. What I believe I become… Think about where this fits in your life and how it inspires and motivates you daily.

A Story: We Are Brothers & Sisters
Rabbi Isadore was a wise teacher. A student asked, “How is one to know the precise time when night ends and day begins?”
One student volunteered, “It is when one can distinguish between a dog and a sheep in the far distance; that is when day begins.”
Another said, “It is when you can tell the difference between a fig tree and a date tree, then night is fully gone.”
“No, it is neither of those things,” said the Rabbi. “It is when you can see your brother or sister in the face of a stranger. Until then, night is still with us.

READ: Kofi Annan, ‘Do We Still Have Universal Values’

 

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“A people that values its privileges above its principles soon loses both.” Dwight D. Eisenhower

Motivation Mondays: Universal Values

Motivation Mondays: What are Universal Values?

When your values are clear to you, making decisions becomes easier. Roy E. Disney
You have to maintain a culture of transformation and stay true to your values. Jeff Weiner
To overcome adverse circumstances, you have to learn to overcome your own hang-ups, values, and idiosyncrasies in order to value other people, cultures, and ideas. Anne F. Beiler

 

What does your mind focus on first thing in the morning? Is it of Value to you? What about Intrinsic/Extrinsic values? What do you dwell on last thing at night? Whatever holds us hostage or gets us up in the morning is highly valuable to us. They become the unifying force of our lives, and some of us will live and die for those values… So, each day, we must check in with ourselves, examine our motives, and see whether they align with our values. Do we act impulsively for personal gain? Do we go against our values for a moment in the sun? We must search our hearts and ensure that what we value will not diminish or hurt another.

A Story: We Become What We Believe
“Monks, I will teach you the parable of the raft – for getting across, not for retaining. It is like a man who is going on a journey sees a great stretch of water, the near bank with dangers and fears, the farther bank secure and without fears, but there is neither a boat
for crossing over, nor a bridge across. It occurs to him that to cross from the perils of this bank to the security of the farther bank, he should fashion a raft from sticks and branches and, depending on the raft, cross to safety. When he has done this, he realizes the raft has been very useful, and he wonders whether he ought to carry it on his head and shoulders. What do you think, monks? That the man is doing what should be done to the raft?”
“No, lord.”
“What should that man do, monks?
When he has crossed over to the beyond, he must leave the raft and proceed on his journey. Monks, a man doing this would be doing what should be done to the raft. In this way I have taught you Dharma, like the parable of the raft: to get across, not to retain. You, monks, by understanding the parable of the raft, must not cling to right states of mind and, all the more, to wrong states of mind.” Source: Teachings of the Buddha by Jack Kornfield

READ: Michael J. Zimmerman (2007). ‘Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Value’

Have a productive week ahead!

 

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  1. parentsfriend permalink
    12/09/2016 5:32 pm

    A complicated issue. Kagan and Lamb explore the growth of morality in children across many cultures. Their finding? Two values seemed universal: care of the weak and justice. The problem being, however, that those values were only applied to those seen as members of the same tribe. Sigh.

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  2. Liz Mays permalink
    12/09/2016 5:54 pm

    Those research results are really interesting. I do hope love becomes the primary universal value.

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  3. momknowsbest15 permalink
    12/09/2016 9:14 pm

    Thanks for the motivational words. These are ones to think about.

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  4. Carol Cassara (@ccassara) permalink
    12/09/2016 7:26 pm

    In a world that sets such great store by individuality, universal values are a rarity. But I do believe there need to be some, and human rights, love and equality are good candidates.

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  5. MarciaF permalink
    12/09/2016 7:57 pm

    I like reading the stories you include as they all teach a valuable lesson.

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  6. Chei permalink
    12/09/2016 8:09 pm

    This is awesome post. Thanks!

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  7. soulsensecoaching permalink
    13/09/2016 12:41 am

    The Quaker story is so clever but I really like the Rabbi one about night and day. So profound and very touching.

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  8. Melanie Smith permalink
    12/09/2016 10:20 pm

    Great post as always! I love your motivation mondays!

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  9. AWanderingVine permalink
    13/09/2016 12:51 am

    I would definitely consider love a universal value. Life wouldn’t be as fulfilling without love.

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  10. mikeshiangala permalink
    13/09/2016 1:13 am

    This is a well phrased Motivatiomal article….keep up the good spirit

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  11. Daisy Crawford permalink
    13/09/2016 1:54 am

    This is one of the best Motivational Monday posts yet! It really made me think about why love and spiritually was left out of the list. I think my world gravitates towards hedonism (pleasure, enjoying life), love, and self-direction. My values are to be kind and humble.

    I really loved the parables you included in this post too. Made me pause and think a lot. Thank you!

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  12. Anita Fonte permalink
    13/09/2016 6:13 am

    Wow, thank you for motivational Monday. At times, it is hard to get going and we all need that little something to motivate us. This does just that.

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  13. Jolina permalink
    13/09/2016 8:06 am

    In this roller coaster that is my life, one thing is for sure: God and family come first. Those are what I value the most and my decisions revolve around them a lot of the time.

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  14. Rose Pingol permalink
    13/09/2016 8:16 am

    I like that parable of the raft. I totally agree. I value my faith most and then my family.

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  15. Ryan Escat permalink
    13/09/2016 8:26 am

    With those ten, I value security more. My family’s welfare is so important to me and I want to live in peace.

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  16. Rose Ann Sales permalink
    13/09/2016 8:37 am

    Achievement is really what I value most as of this moment. I want to be an achiever and help my parents on their needs.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      13/09/2016 12:09 pm

      Good for you. I appreciate that you took time to read my post and answer the question I posed. Achievement is a good one too.

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  17. Claudette Esterine permalink
    13/09/2016 5:50 am

    For me, there is only one value, in fact a principle – Love. Everything else are social, human constructs, concepts that have been drummed into us over time. That’s my view.

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  18. Mia Foo permalink
    13/09/2016 9:06 am

    i would say kindness is one of the most important universal values, for it can be read by the blind, heard by the deaf and spoken by the mute. isn’t it so?

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  19. Nicole Haas Etolen permalink
    13/09/2016 9:18 am

    Values are really important. They are the ones who will determine what kind of person you are and what your priorities are. My son is where I put my values into.

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  20. Amanda Love permalink
    13/09/2016 6:26 am

    I’ve never really thought about values in this sense but it makes total sense to me now. My biggest universal value would be having equal rights for everyone. When you start valuing every life and not just certain ones, then I’ll feel good about the world.

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  21. JessicaACassidy (@wifetoalineman) permalink
    13/09/2016 6:36 am

    Being a Filipino, I always treasures my values even though sometimes I disagrees with the husband. My value will always remain in me. I always fight especially when I know I am right.

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  22. Niesha Byln permalink
    13/09/2016 6:52 am

    I value the relationship most. It really matters to me, money can be earn but a relationship is really hard to win.

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  23. jasminekeclipse permalink
    13/09/2016 6:55 am

    Your posts are always so uplifting and inspiring. I especially love that first Obama quote!

    Jasmine

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  24. Parenting Healthy permalink
    13/09/2016 10:06 am

    These are great reminders to make sure you feel confidence in taking a stand for yourself and others that matter to you. Confidence.

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  25. mominaarif111 permalink
    13/09/2016 7:06 am

    Beautiful post:)

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  26. Bill S permalink
    13/09/2016 7:11 am

    I love how some things can be recognized universally! I wish more people exhibited universal values.

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  27. DecoPix (@TiinaTibs) permalink
    13/09/2016 10:12 am

    There are plenty of universal values that we all share. No matter what culture we live in, there are some values that are similar, but there are always values versus what people are actually doing.

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  28. Ashley Jacksonville Photographer permalink
    13/09/2016 7:33 am

    I think we all value the same things but the DEGREE to which we value those things differ across people and cultures.

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  29. Karlyn Flores permalink
    13/09/2016 7:34 am

    In our country it’s important to value our human rights to make a dicission to our self.

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  30. Michele permalink
    13/09/2016 10:40 am

    I truly believe that love of all living breathing objects be it human or animal should be a universal value. And along with that love and nurturing of Mother Earth!

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      13/09/2016 12:15 pm

      Michele, love sustains this universe and if we would treat each other with the same regard, we would have less conflict. I agree with you!

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  31. More Than A Mom Of 3 (@MoreThanAMomOf3) permalink
    13/09/2016 7:59 am

    I love the Oprah Winfrey quote! Its so true you are what you believe.

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  32. Jojo Vito permalink
    13/09/2016 11:23 am

    universal values? love …kindness…gentleness…just a few I guess which are understood everywhere 🙂

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      13/09/2016 12:14 pm

      Jojo, I hear you. We need more of it in the world…. The Golden Rule too: Do unto others as you would like others to do to you! <3

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  33. j2mason816 permalink
    13/09/2016 11:30 am

    Love is always THE universal value. Always.

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  34. Laura R permalink
    13/09/2016 11:40 am

    A positive start to the week

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  35. Amy Jones permalink
    13/09/2016 8:43 am

    These are all amazing values, wish more people appreciated every single one of them

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  36. wildishjess permalink
    13/09/2016 11:45 am

    I don’t think I’ve ever thought of calling this topic universal values. Its so fitting though!

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  37. Nicole Herose Cochingco - Escat permalink
    13/09/2016 8:50 am

    There is no more much important than with my relationship with my husband and with my son. They are so precious to me, they give me significance.

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  38. 200 Saturdays until Paris permalink
    13/09/2016 12:08 pm

    The world needs to do some soul searching and come back to basic human values. I think it is missing in the world right now.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      13/09/2016 12:19 pm

      Yes … and we are lacking in basic consideration of each other … We need more thoughtful action in this complex world. I agree.

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      • 200 Saturdays until Paris permalink
        13/09/2016 12:20 pm

        Very true! Be the change we wish to see in the world. That is how I try to live.

      • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
        13/09/2016 12:27 pm

        Exactly… when we think like that, we treat others work/effort with the same respect and regard we have our own and ourselves. TY! <3

  39. Megan Ogden permalink
    13/09/2016 12:13 pm

    I think people need to value life’s unexpected turns of events more. Lol I value my husband, career, my blog, friends, and family 🙂

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  40. Nina Pingol permalink
    13/09/2016 10:01 am

    For now, these are my values from above lists: Achievement: success; capability; ambition; influence; intelligence; self-respect. Maybe because I am still in school.

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  41. Christel Hansen permalink
    13/09/2016 12:32 pm

    I value my family more than anything else, and most of my decisions are based around them. This was an interesting post to read!

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  42. Ana De Jesus permalink
    13/09/2016 1:06 pm

    I think kindness is one of the most important parables as it helps be better people and that is significant.

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  43. Brandy permalink
    13/09/2016 2:29 pm

    I value security and happiness. I think they both go hand in hand to be honest. The reason for security is because I want to ensure my kids grow up feeling as if they were provided with all that was needed for them and happiness because life is too short to be anything but happy. Happiness comes from within and I believe having security helps fuel that inner happiness.

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  44. Neely (@Neelykins) permalink
    13/09/2016 3:33 pm

    I think kindness, love, acceptance are all universal. Its what we all want and strive for.

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  45. Alfonzowords permalink
    13/09/2016 3:45 pm

    Equality, I try to make sure that I treat everyone around me as equal or at the very least treat them like how I would want to be treated. In addition I make sure the only competition i have is trying to be better than I was yesterday. Another EPIC post, love your motivational mondays segment

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  46. Shannon Graham permalink
    13/09/2016 3:55 pm

    I guess I think of universal values as being common sense. However, neither feel common or universal anymore.

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  47. Amanda Love permalink
    13/09/2016 4:18 pm

    Universal values, such a vast topic but regardless I would have to agree that regardless of where we are, we still have the same ones at least most of us do. For me, as a parent, I would like to instill the same values that I have to my kids, I think that’s what we need right now in the world, to teach what was taught by our parents and grandparents, the simple values. Family, love, respect.

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  48. Jules Fvs permalink
    13/09/2016 5:35 pm

    Universal value to me is love. It doesn’t matter where you are in the world, love is love.

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  49. angie permalink
    13/09/2016 7:25 pm

    I have had little to value in life but value I have always had in life, family, the church and all those that love me and I love back yes value is interpreted so differently by many individuals thanks for sharing your thoughts and expressions

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  50. stef permalink
    13/09/2016 10:44 pm

    Love your quote from Gandhi and all the information on your post. Thank you.

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  51. April Mims permalink
    13/09/2016 8:16 pm

    I especially love the Ghandi quote – every word of that is true.

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  52. Melanie Smith permalink
    13/09/2016 9:06 pm

    Such a great and interesting post! Thank you for sharing!

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  53. adriana permalink
    13/09/2016 9:32 pm

    I definitely think the order of which we value things is different and depends on each person! Great post!

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  54. carrie@thelavenderhytta permalink
    13/09/2016 10:25 pm

    Since we moved from the United States to Northern Norway… Values differ between the locations greatly. Now living in Norway our values/my values are very similar to the general populace. For example family and nature are big values here in Norway and those align with me and my family’s. I love learning what everyone else values and their reasoning behind it.

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  55. Fashion Travels (@tauyanm) permalink
    13/09/2016 11:12 pm

    when i hear universal values, i think of having equality. everyone treated fair and equal. how everyone can enjoy life with out being mean and just living the life

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  56. Sabrina Barbante permalink
    13/09/2016 11:17 pm

    My values are different than my priorities:the latter change dependin on the period and life phases. The values are always there. Affection, friends and family come first, together with my own happiness. Being happy and caring for myself is the best way to help those who love ma and that I care for

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  57. Chei permalink
    13/09/2016 11:20 pm

    This is very true! People should know how to appreciate things and people around us.

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  58. Bryony Clapperton (travelsandmore) permalink
    13/09/2016 11:26 pm

    So thought provoking. Great read, well written. Keep doing what you’re doing!

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  59. Vyjay Rao permalink
    14/09/2016 12:08 am

    Universal values are what unite the world together. In these times these assume paramount importance as one needs to understand each other transcending barriers of religion and geographical boundaries.

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  60. Tiffany Yong permalink
    14/09/2016 2:45 am

    I don’t really get the story of the brothers and sisters. Do you mind explaining / elaborating further? When you talk about universal values, besides love, I think kindness should be one too!

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  61. 3xhcch permalink
    14/09/2016 6:41 am

    “Schwartz’s ten types of universal value are: power, achievement, hedonism, stimulation, self-direction, universalism, benevolence, tradition, conformity, and security.” is a very interesting sentence. Some of these may not exactly be very positive, yet they are valued by a lot of people in the world. This is a very thought-provoking listing. – Fred

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  62. Kathy permalink
    14/09/2016 7:14 am

    This is a very good post. I love that quote from Oprah too! Such a great one.

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  63. Jessica Ayun permalink
    14/09/2016 5:46 am

    Equality came in my mind first when I think about Universal Values. Actually there are lots of common values need to be observed but seems the word common has been difficult to understand and apply nowadays. hehe

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  64. Laura permalink
    14/09/2016 6:34 am

    I would say that all of the values have there time and place. Whilst you may put one on the back burner for now, situations may mean that they come to the forefront of your mind. For me personally, security is important, but I like to balance it with enjoyment and adventure. I think that these themes are common amongst many religions and nationalities and you can see this play out in cultural and social norms around the world.

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  65. The Walking Map permalink
    14/09/2016 7:22 am

    I like “the right to be left alone.” It sums up the idea of live and let live!

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  66. Chelley @ A is For Adelaide permalink
    14/09/2016 7:53 am

    When I think of universal values, I think of having good social mores, reading the cues of other people and cultures, and being a good person. I am saddened to know there is so much unrest in the world because values just aren’t there.

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  67. mominaarif111 permalink
    14/09/2016 9:09 am

    “we are defined by what we stand for” I simply love this quote. I think if there’s any value that I hold dear, it is standing by what you say or believe in.

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  68. franckxethee permalink
    14/09/2016 9:39 am

    I guess love is a universal value. It transcends to the all the values and makes us a lot better.

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  69. Fashion Travels (@tauyanm) permalink
    14/09/2016 9:45 am

    Conformity: self-discipline; obedience this is a me all the time and hoping that everyone as well, i value everyone elses time and myself so having self discipline is important

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  70. Vera S permalink
    14/09/2016 9:55 am

    I love that there are values that can be universal!! It is important to have a handle on your own values as well.

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  71. The Trophy WifeStyle permalink
    14/09/2016 2:26 pm

    I definitely value everything in life! If you’re thankful and value everything you’re given, it opens the door for more! I wish others would value the world we live in so it could be a great place for all

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  72. Cindy Ingalls permalink
    14/09/2016 11:33 am

    In this crazy election cycle it has been so interesting to see what values we all hold dear, and which we don’t. I think it is important to have values that are respectful of others and not critical and divisive.

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  73. Bhushavali permalink
    14/09/2016 1:38 pm

    I’m blessed I had a class in my school days called Moral science. Though I found it boring those days, today I know its value.

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  74. Karlyn Cruz permalink
    14/09/2016 9:59 pm

    God is my first, I always make sure to pray when I woke up in the morning. I think I put my most value in Him and then my family is next.

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  75. Rose Pingol permalink
    14/09/2016 10:34 pm

    I value my children most! They are very special to me and I am so glad that they value our relationship too.

    Reply
  76. Nicolas Puegher permalink
    14/09/2016 8:23 pm

    This motivational series is going huge with every week! Congratulations 🙂

    Reply
  77. Marielle Altenor permalink
    14/09/2016 8:34 pm

    When I think of Universal Values, I think of love and family. Two critical things to me. I wish everyone felt this way.

    Reply
  78. Nicole Haas Etolen permalink
    14/09/2016 10:45 pm

    My son is my world. I value him a lot and then so as my partner. Such a wonderful post, Eliz! I love it!

    Reply
  79. Claudia H. Blanton permalink
    15/09/2016 9:37 am

    you asked what is the first thing in the morning I draw my attention to? Gratitude. There is so much to be grateful for, and each day, I try to celebrate those things. Great post, blessings!

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  80. Lisa Rios permalink
    15/09/2016 1:04 pm

    Universal Value is such a great topic to discuss and the pictures are amazing to match the concept as that is the best you always do! To me respecting a fellow human being and showing love and care to the ones in need are the most important universal values. Thanks for inspiring!

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  81. Rosie Romance permalink
    15/09/2016 1:07 pm

    I agree that there are universal values but they definitely affect people differently at different times. Reading down Shwartz’s list, benevolence is most important to me right now but I’m sure it would be something else in a month’s time.

    Reply
  82. jejakimaniblog permalink
    15/09/2016 4:00 pm

    I like that parable of the raft. I totally agree.

    Reply
  83. nbosken permalink
    15/09/2016 10:39 pm

    I definitely think that all of those values are in many societies. I think some value one or a few more than another.

    Nina
    aworldofdresses.com

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  84. Mommy Roxi (@MommyRoxi) permalink
    15/09/2016 9:25 pm

    This is why I always make it a point to reassess my priorities, which are things that are valuable to me. These are parts of my life that affect decisions I make in life.

    Reply
  85. Rose permalink
    16/09/2016 11:08 am

    Sounds like no one is getting that land, hahahaha I think we do all have similar core values, but different outside ones, and that’s okay. 🙂

    Reply
  86. fortheloveofpeas permalink
    16/09/2016 8:50 am

    Through growing up and life experiences I have come to value things like consideration to others. Doing good deeds because you want to and thinking about not only oneself goes such a long way to a happier and more peaceful world.

    Reply
  87. Shannon P permalink
    16/09/2016 11:36 am

    I definitely identify with the self-direction philosophy / society! I totally value my independence!

    Reply
  88. Anamika Ojha permalink
    16/09/2016 2:22 pm

    Life without any value is useless! I value my family, career and friends!

    Reply
  89. Dreammerin permalink
    17/09/2016 12:55 am

    “Always take a stand for yourself, your values….“ – I love this quote!!
    Very valuable article!!
    Thanks for that!

    Reply
  90. Fatima A. (@Blogsbyfa) permalink
    17/09/2016 4:33 am

    It’s highly important to give value to our near and loved ones especially the family. Unfortunately, there are some children I see who are lacking in such values.

    Reply
  91. fashionphases permalink
    17/09/2016 7:39 pm

    This is such a great subject Elizabeth! Self-direction, love and spirituality are the most important values for me.

    Reply
  92. Sunshine Kelly permalink
    17/09/2016 10:54 pm

    For me wisdom and world at peace comes first. There is no life without peace and wisdom.

    Reply
  93. I Love Paars by: Lee permalink
    17/09/2016 10:55 pm

    Every nation may differ (im some) on our cultural values. We Filipinos, we value most our family. Elders live in their house with children and/or with grandchildren and not in a shelter for old people. We value our religion (mostly are christian).

    Reply
  94. sveeteskapes permalink
    18/09/2016 5:20 am

    Beautiful post! And I totally agree; no matter where you come from, these values guide all of us, and they don’t discriminate based on any frivolous merits. Great points, thanks for sharing!
    xx, Kusum

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  95. janella2016 permalink
    18/09/2016 7:19 pm

    What a great post. We all need unexpected change of direction it helps us grown as individuals.

    Reply
  96. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla permalink
    19/09/2016 3:49 am

    That Quaker story really made me think. I could go both ways of course but I’m glad it can be interpreted for something good in real life.

    Reply
  97. laurahartleyy permalink
    23/09/2016 4:34 am

    I think the way we order values is dependent on the culture and place one is brought up in. There are some universal values but I do not think everyone gives them equal importance.

    Reply
  98. Leigh Anne permalink
    25/09/2016 11:12 am

    What a great post. Universal values are truly needed in today’s world. I think the ones that is far above others is acceptance and love.

    Reply
  99. Ivelisse Estes permalink
    26/09/2016 10:26 am

    I love the quote by Obama! It seems like people don’t really have value now a days. Everyone seems so selfish!

    Love,
    Ivelisse | CarnationDreams.com

    Reply

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