Bit-o-Wisdom...

In honor of having my kids at home and getting to spend 2 hours in the Mall yesterday, here is a fun little exercise for you. Please forgive whatever copyright I may be infringing upon...I have no idea where this came from!

Shopping at the Values Mall

You are going shopping at the Values Mall. All of the experiences or qualities that you buy will be part of your life. Those that you do not buy will be absent from your life. There are seven stores in the mall. In a given store, you can buy as many items as you like or none at all. However, you have exactly $100 to spend. Circle the values as you “buy them” and keep a running total of how much you have spent. All of the prices have been randomly assigned.
Happy shopping!

Leisure and Learning Lane

Traveling $6
Learning new things $8
Relaxation and meditation $7
Enjoying a hobby of sport $5
Enjoying art, music or literature $6

The Family and Friends Store

Helping loved ones in need $9
Hanging out/laughing w/loved ones $8
Closeness with family/friends $6
Meeting new people $7
Belonging to a club or group $5

The Love Boutique

Long term commitment and fidelity $8
Companionship and shared interests $5
Physical and sexual intimacy $7
Romance and excitement $8
Emotional connection with partner $9


Career Mart

Making a lot of money $8
Work that is rewarding $7
Job helping others $8
Flexibility and autonomy $5
Low stress and easy work $9

The Spirituality Shop

Prayer and meditation $7
Studying spiritual writings $7
Practicing a specific religion $9
Belonging to a spiritual community $5
Being connected to a higher power $6

Community Corner

Being politically aware and involved $8
Volunteering to help others $6
Protecting the environment $6
Patriotism $5
Being ethical and fair $7

The Mind-Body Connection

Eating healthy foods $7
Exercising regularly $9
Self awareness and mental health $6
Managing stress well $7
Living as long as possible $6

Please review the contents of your “cart.”
What values are reflected in your purchases?
Which values emerge as more or less significant to you?


Thank you for Shopping!