The Values Lab

This week, I explore why reflection is essential for staying aligned with our values. Without regular reflection, it's easy to drift towards other people's priorities or what society expects of us. I share practical ways to build a reflection practice into your day, from simple daily scoring to values-specific check-ins, and how small course corrections can keep you on track.  The Values...

We're constantly told to "live in line with our values", but what does this even mean?" This question is the foundation for The Values Lab, a podcast series for founder and portofolio career professionals looking for ideas and inspiration to live a more values-led life. The Values Lab is brought to you by Viren Thakrar, Founder of Values Map - valuesmap.com

In this first guest episode I chat with my wife, Bridget, about her personal value of independence. We discuss Bridget's upbringing in New Zealand, the cultural influences that shaped her values, and how these values manifest in her personal and professional life. The conversation delves into the importance of instilling independence in our children, the role of Muay Thai in fostering self-re...

This week I explore the connection between our personal values and the movies we love. Discovering our values is an iterative process that can be enriched by reflecting on the things we love and gravitate towards, like movies. By analysing the themes, characters, and emotions in movies, we can gain deeper insights into what we truly value. Keywords values, personal growth, movies, self-discovery,...