The document defines and discusses different types of values. It begins by defining values as socially approved desires and goals that guide behavior and decision making. It then outlines three main classifications of values: personal values that are important to an individual, social values that guide behavior within a society or culture, and cultural values that are core principles of a culture passed down through generations. The document also discusses work values that influence professional behavior and relationships. It provides examples of common cultural values like respect, kindness, and hospitality, and lists core values that can motivate individuals.
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The document defines and discusses different types of values. It begins by defining values as socially approved desires and goals that guide behavior and decision making. It then outlines three main classifications of values: personal values that are important to an individual, social values that guide behavior within a society or culture, and cultural values that are core principles of a culture passed down through generations. The document also discusses work values that influence professional behavior and relationships. It provides examples of common cultural values like respect, kindness, and hospitality, and lists core values that can motivate individuals.
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VALUES
Values - Etymologically, the word value is derived from the Latin word “valere” which means “to measure the worth of something”
- Values are socially approved desires and
goals that are internalized through the process of conditioning, learning or socialization and that become subjective preferences, standards and aspirations. - It is something intrinsically valuable or desirable. (Azur, 2014)
- It is the principles that help you to
decide what is right and wrong, and how to act in various situations. (Cambridge Dictionary)
- It is the moral principles and beliefs
or accepted standards of a person or social group. (Collins Dictionary) General Classifications of Values Personal Values Personal values are desirable to an individual and represent what is important to someone. The same value in different people can elicit different behaviours, eg if someone values success one person may work very hard to gain success in their career whereas someone else may take advantage of others to climb the career ladder. A person can have many values with an individual assigning more importance to some values over others. It has been shown that the values that are most important to you often guide your decision making in all aspects of your life such as career, religion, social circles, self-identity etc Social Values Social values are a set of moral principles defined by society dynamics, institutions, traditions and cultural beliefs. These values are implicit guidelines that provide orientation to individuals and corporations to conduct themselves properly within a social system. Cultural Values Cultural values are hereditary and form core of the culture. List of cultural values include customs, rituals conventions, styles and fashions which are remain in the core culture. The values hold supreme position among them. These values give a shape to the culture and the society. These are very difficult to change because they remain in embedded of social institutions and the social norms. These are the ideals of society. Examples of Cultural Values
- Respect for elders
- Kindness to the young - Telling truth - Generosity - Sacrifice - Tolerance
In the Philippines, one of the main
cultural value is Hospitality. Being hospitable has been embedded to a Filipino’s character. Work Values Work values are principles that guide our behavior in professional contexts (job, workplace etc.) These values indicate how we relate and adapt to our work, job conditions and how we mutually relate to our co-workers, superiors, and customers/clients. They are needed for better opportunities and future advancement. List of Core Values Authenticity Achievement Authority Balance Beauty Boldness Compassion Competency Contribution Creativity Curiosity Determination Fairness Faith Fame Friendships Kindness Knowledge Leadership Learning Love Loyalty Openness Optimism Peace Popularity Recognition Religion Reputation Respect Responsibility Security