Values Compass for Coaching and Therapy

I think this is a good reference tool for basic understanding of how to develop values that you want in your life. I don't think it is anything that you might not already know, but more of a reminder tool when your feeling off and need some guidance.

I've been a coach for over 20 years and have always been on the lookout for more tools that can help guide my clients with their values. There's not a lot of books out there on the subject. And when you do an internet search, or use the AI, There's some good articles, yet not as definitive as this sheet. I love having them categorized and examples of behavior and more. I'd highly recommend this comprehensive sheet when working on your own values or with your clients!

Until COVID, I held two internationally recognized coaching credentials, including one from ICF. For most of my clients, after our introductory session, the next session was an hour of values assessment before the short coaching session. When I saw this tool, I liked that it categorized the listed values. I also knew not all values would fit on it. There are a few small nuances that don’t align with how I present values to my clients. For example, fulfillment is list d as a value, but I define fulfillment as the feeling you get when your actions align with your values. I think this is a good self-guided tool to introduce people to values, but this model is a bit limited in it’s presentation.

It is a great visual for what you are trying to improve in your life with quick and easy examples of the behavior as well as how you can achieve it. However, the QR code that takes you to metafox for the app no longer works or at least hasn’t worked in the US while i’ve tried to use it. Nevertheless it was a good purchase to help me be mindful as I work on self reflection and development.

I thought this was two separate posters. It is one double sided poster. Reduces the usability. Otherwise a great resource. Good sized, easy to read.