To: epicure who wrote (709 ) 8/25/2001 2:10:15 PM From: Lane3 Read Replies (3) | Respond to of 51718 When I think of values, I think first of keeping promises and honoring commitments, not gossiping or defaming, taking responsibility for your actions, giving others their dignity, being fair, stuff like that. I think more of character than values. I have this values instrument stored away. It's worth a look. The Rokeach Value Survey Instrument (2) Instrumental Values Ambitious (hard-working, aspiring) Broadminded (open-minded) capable (competent, effective) Cheerful (lighthearted, joyful) Clean (neat,tidy) Courageous (standing up for your believes) Forgiving (willing to pardon others) Helpful (working for the welfare of others) Honest (sincere, truthful) Imaginative (daring, creative) Independent (self-reliant, self-sufficient) Intellecutal (intelligent, reflective) Logical (consistent, rational) Loving (affectionate, tender) Obedient (dutiful, respectful) Polite (courteous, well-mannered) Responsible (dependable, reliable) Self-controlled (restrained self disciplined) The Rokeach Value Survey Instrument (1) Terminal values A comfortable life (a prosperous life) An exciting life (a stimulating, active life) A sense of accomplishment (making a contribution) A world of peace (free of war and conflict) A world of beauty (beauty of nature and of the arts) Equality (brotherhood, equal opportunity for all) Family security (taking care of loved ones) Freedom (independence, free choice) Happiness (contentedness) inner harmony (freedom from inner conflict) Mature love (sexual and spiritual intimacy) National security (protection from attack) Pleasure (an enjoyable life) Salvation (saved, eternal life) Self respect (self-esteem) Social recognition (respect, admiration) True friendship (close companionship) Wisdom (a mature understanding of life)