Express values and appreciation together · S5.14

Find shared values without assuming you agree

You and another person want to understand what matters in a shared decision.

Everyday practice

Try these steps

1. Each name one value or need relevant to the decision, using an example.
2. Compare what the words mean in practice; the same word can refer to different expectations.
3. Identify an area of overlap and a difference that still needs negotiation.

An example

We both value fairness: one of us means equal time, the other means time based on need.

Reflect

What became clearer when you used examples?

Next time

Shared values do not remove the need for consent, boundaries, or practical agreement.