

205. Where Do Values Come From?
54 snips Jul 28, 2024
Explore the intriguing roots of personal values, from familial influences to cultural backgrounds. Discover how agricultural practices in China shape social behaviors and self-esteem. Uncover the tension between corporate values and real-world practices through engaging anecdotes. Delve into the resilience of core beliefs amidst societal pressures, and enjoy a humorous take on marketing's personalization struggles. This lively conversation invites reflection on how our values evolve over time.
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Universal Values
- Shalom Schwartz identified 10 universal values that guide human behavior.
- These values represent broad, aspirational goals that give direction to life.
Values vs. Personality
- Values are aspirational, describing how you'd like to be, unlike personality, which describes how you are now.
- You can value change but not live a life reflecting that value, highlighting the distinction.
Share Your Values
- Share your personal values with Angela Duckworth and Mike Maughan.
- Send a voice memo to nsq@freakonomics.com to be featured.