As you become more mindful of what you are feeling and where it is coming from, how do you start building a more fulfilling—and less stressful—life? By examining what your priorities and understanding what gives your life meaning. Think about what your life would look like if you could organize it by your deepest values and priorities.

Check out the list below to evaluate your life values, and then pick at least one that you would like to work on. Set a goal and an action plan for how you can live this value more authentically.

• Good health
• A fulfilling career
• Healthy relationships
• A stable marriage
• A nice place to live
• Contributing to my community
• Raising children
• Having fun
• Being accepting of myself and others
• A stable and secure life
• Financial stability
• Independence
• Being a spiritual person
• Working on self-development
• Having integrity
• Achieving something I will be remembered for
• Being a leader
• Living with spontaneity and excitement
• Helping others

Increase your awareness and live in the present

Control your stress by practicing mindfulness daily.