Personal Values Paper Outline (Simple Terms)
I. Introduction
Explain why you’re writing this paper and why it’s important to you.
II. Principle of Human Nature
Statement: “You do what you believe.”
Example: Share a personal story that shows this is true.
III. Foundational Questions of Life
Origin of the physical universe and life
Describe how you think the world and life started.
Purpose of life
Explain why you think people are here and what you want to achieve in life.
The “way” of life
Your ideas about what’s right and wrong, and how you decide what to do.
Death and afterlife
What you believe happens after people die.
IV. Personal Values
Value 1
Your most important value (e.g., Honesty).
How this value guides your actions in daily life.
Value 2
Your second most important value (e.g., Loyalty).
How it affects your relationships with others.
Value 3
Your third most important value (e.g., Love).
How it shapes your decisions and interactions.
V. Universe of Obligation
Who or what you feel responsible for or connected to, and why.
VI. Commitment Statement
Promise to live by your values, even when it’s hard.
List a few things you’ll do to uphold these values in your life.
VII. Conclusion
Summarize your thoughts and feelings about your values and commitments.
