Values are the personal beliefs, principles, or ideas that guide what’s meaningful and important to you in life. Examples include honesty, kindness, freedom, or family. In therapy, especially within approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), clarifying your values helps you make choices that reflect who you are and what matters to you, even in the face of stress or pain.  

Living in alignment with your values can improve mental well-being, resilience, and life satisfaction.