VALUES

. Relationship Values Take five minutes and write down the values that define your relationships. These are things you are unwilling of compromising on, no matter how attractive the other person is, no matter how much sex you have with them, these are ideals that are more important to you than any outward experience. Some examples: I do not make time for people who do not make time for me. I do not tolerate being disrespected and will stand up for myself. I will not spend time with people who I do not enjoy being around. Etc. Just keeping the three values above will end any worry you have about people flaking on you. It will end any worry you have about people testing you. . And you will no longer make yourself miserable spending time with someone just because they like you. 2. Professional Values Take five minutes to write down the values that define your career and how you make money. Some examples: I believe in earning money by providing tangible benefits to society, to the best of my knowledge. I will not tolerate disrespectful business relationships or unethical deals for the sole purpose of more money. I will not spam people or convince them to buy something that I do not believe is in their best interest. Etc. 3. Personal Values And of course, do not forget to take care of yourself. This is possibly the most important set of values. As your ability to set expectations and interact with others begins with how you set expectations and interact with yourself. Some examples: I will take care of my personal health and hygiene. I will not get overly angry or critical of myself — I will meet my own flaws with compassion. Etc.