Have you ever felt a disconnect or tension in a team environment, whether at work, volunteering, or serving on a board? In this episode of the Local Life Leaders Podcast, Janessa Storlie dives into the crucial concept of understanding your own personal values. She explains how identifying your core values can help you show up more authentically, distinguish where to invest your time and energy, and ultimately lead to a more joyful and fulfilling life.

This is the first of a two-part series, focusing on understanding your own values.

Janessa shares her personal journey of discovering her values, inspired by experiences where she felt misalignment and tension. She introduces several resources that have helped her, including the "To Be Magnetic" program by Lacey Phillips, insights from business coach Elizabeth Rider, and the wisdom of thought leaders like Simon Sinek, Adam Grant, and Brené Brown.

In this episode, you'll learn a practical, step-by-step process to identify your own core values. Janessa challenges listeners to narrow down their values from an initial list of ten, to five, and finally to two core driving values, emphasizing the importance of reflection and journaling throughout this process. She encourages listeners to explore the deeper meaning of each value and recall personal stories of living those values.

Janessa also transparently shares her own top five core values: Freedom, Belonging, Courage, Growth, and Impact (or Contribution). She elaborates on the personal significance of each value, explaining how her life experiences have shaped them. Her top two driving values are Courage and Growth.

Key Takeaways from this episode:

• Understanding your values is foundational for authentic living. When you feel "off" in a situation, it often indicates a violation of your values.
• Identify your core values through a systematic process. Start with a broad list, narrow it down to ten, then five, and finally to your top two driving values.
• Reflection and journaling are crucial. Take time to define what each value means to you and recall personal experiences where you lived out that value.
• Keep your values visible. Place them somewhere you can see them regularly to serve as a constant reminder.
• Test and experiment with your values. Observe how you react in challenging situations and consciously implement your values to show up authentically.
• Your values help you thrive. Understanding them provides clarity, helps you overcome obstacles, and allows you to align your time and energy with what truly fulfills you.

Resources Mentioned:

• Free Guide: Download your free "Discover Your Values" guide here to kickstart your journey: https://connect.locallifeleaders.com/corevaluesguide
• To Be Magnetic by Lacey Phillips: Learn more about healing and manifestation, including their "Authentic Code" work: To Be Magnetic™ | Manifest the life you deserve for less than a dollar a day.
• Elizabeth Rider: Explore her insights on building a business aligned with your values: Classes | Elizabeth Rider
• Brené Brown's Podcast Episode (with Simon Sinek and Adam Grant): Dive deeper into emotional wellbeing and authentic leadership: Thinking About Thinking with Brené Brown and Adam Grant: Part One - Simon Sinek

Connect with Janessa!

What are your core values? Share your insights and questions with Janessa directly!

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• Connect on LinkedIn: Janessa Storlie | LinkedIn

Don't miss Part 2 of this series, where we'll explore how to communicate your values with others and understand the values of your team for greater collaboration and impact!