We all say we value things like freedom, love, creativity, or integrity.

But when life gets hard — when time runs short, energy runs low, and fear creeps in — do your choices reflect those values?

This episode dives into the subtle (or not-so-subtle) gap between the values we declare and the ones we actually live by. Through stories, frameworks, and personal reflections, we explore why that gap exists — and how to close it.

If you’ve ever felt out of alignment with your time, energy, or ambition, this will help you reconnect with what truly matters… and begin to live like you mean it.

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Chapters:

00:00 – Intro

00:42 – The Values We Live By

01:25 – What Are Value Stories?

02:02 – Breaking The Story

03:11 – How Do You Know What You Actually Value

03:36 – It’s A Wonderful Life

04:12 – How You Live Reveals What You Value

05:00 – Seneca On The Shortness of Life

06:33 – Notice Your Resentment

08:17 – How You Reflect Refines What You Value

08:51 – Reflect on Role Models and Rebels

09:33 – Revisit Your Turning Points

10:34 – Compare & Contrast: 2 Mini-Frameworks

12:33 – Closing Thoughts