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Claim Your Day Podcast

46-Beyond Wishes: Understanding What True Values Are – Living Your Values

Aug 9, 2025

Show Notes

Welcome to Episode 46 of the Claim Your Day podcast, hosted by Nick Maizy. This episode kicks off a three-part series focused on exploring personal values. Here are the main points and action items to help you lead a more intentional and fulfilling life:

Main Points:

  • Understanding Core Values:

    • Core values are intrinsic, guiding, enduring, and actionable principles that inform your behavior and choices.

    • Distinguish between core values and transient wishes or desires to make intentional life choices.

  • The Disconnect:

    • Many people experience a disconnect between what they say they want and their actual behaviors.

    • This disconnect often arises from confusing transient desires with true guiding values.

  • The Action Test:

    • Evaluate whether something is a core value or merely a wish by observing if your actions align with your stated values.

  • Consequences of Misalignment:

    • Pursuing desires instead of core values can lead to burnout and a sense of unfulfillment.

    • Aligning your actions with your core values is crucial for a meaningful life.

  • Practical Application:

    • Identify one area in your life where there’s a discrepancy between what you claim is important and your actual actions.

    • Reflect on whether this area is a core value or influenced by external pressures.

Action Items:

  • Reflect and Identify:

    • Take a moment to pinpoint an area in your life where your actions don’t match your stated values.

    • Determine if this area is a core value or a transient desire.

  • Align Your Actions:

    • Make necessary changes to ensure your actions reflect your true values.

    • Remember, this process requires effort but is ultimately rewarding.

  • Stay Engaged:

    • Visit NickMaizy.com for additional resources and updates on a new guide to help you live out your values daily.

Call to Action:

  • Subscribe and Stay Tuned:

    • Don’t miss out on the next episode in this series. Subscribe to the Claim Your Day podcast for more insights and practical tips on living intentionally.