Values-Based Action Planning

What is Values-Based Action Planning?

An ACT-based process for identifying core personal values across life domains and translating them into concrete, observable daily actions, using values as a compass for behavior rather than goals as destinations.

Is there evidence for it?

How do you do Values-Based Action Planning?

1. 1.Complete the Valued Living Questionnaire (VLQ): Rate 10 life domains (family, relationships, work, health, leisure, spirituality, community, education, self-care, creativity) for importance (1-10) and consistency of action (1-10)
2. 2.Identify the 3 domains with the largest gap between importance and consistency — these are your 'values gaps'
3. 3.For each gap domain, write a specific 'values statement' (e.g., 'Being a present and engaged parent' rather than 'spending time with kids')
4. 4.Create 3 'values-aligned micro-actions' for each priority domain — small, concrete behaviors you can do today (e.g., put phone away during dinner, ask one curious question, offer one genuine compliment)
5. 5.Weekly values review: Rate each domain again on consistency. Celebrate progress, identify patterns of avoidance, and adjust micro-actions for the coming week

How long does it take?

20 minutes for initial assessment + 5 minutes daily check-in.

Is it hard to start?

medium.

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