Values

Values (from William Smith's AIC framework) emerge from differences and perceived shortages. In order to obtain what is valued, people try to Influence others beliefs, decisions, and potential for choosing.

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From Kurtz, Cynthia. Working with Stories in Your Community Or Organization: Participatory Narrative Inquiry (p. 606). Kurtz-Fernhout Publishing. Kindle Edition. # The terminal values (ideals) are: * A comfortable life (a prosperous life) * An **exciting** life (a stimulating, active life) * A sense of accomplishment (lasting **contribution**) * A world of peace (free of war and conflict) * A world of beauty (beauty of nature and the arts) * Equality (brotherhood, equal opportunity for all) * Family security (taking care of loved ones) * Freedom (independence, **choice**) * Happiness (contentedness) * Inner harmony (freedom from inner conflict) * Mature love (sexual and spiritual **intimacy**) * National security (protection from attack) * Pleasure (an enjoyable, leisurely life) * Salvation (saved, eternal life) * Self-respect (self-esteem) * Social recognition (respect, admiration) * True friendship (close **companionship**) * Wisdom (a mature **understanding** of life) # The instrumental values are: * Ambitious (hard-working, aspiring) * Broadminded (**open-minded**) * Capable (competent, **effective**) * Cheerful (lighthearted, **joyful**) * Clean (neat, tidy) * **Courageous** (standing up for your beliefs) * Forgiving (willing to pardon others) * **Helpful** (working for the welfare of others) * **Honest** (sincere, truthful) * Imaginative (daring, **creative**) * Independent (self-reliant, **self-sufficient**) * Intellectual (intelligent, **reflective**) * Logical (consistent, rational) * Loving (affectionate, **tender**) * Obedient (dutiful, **respectful**) * Polite (courteous, well mannered) * Responsible (**dependable**, reliable) * **Self-controlled** (self-discipline)