# Values

## Discipline

I recognize that in order to become the best I can possibly be, I have to make sacrifices. I have to leave my comfort zone and accept challenges. Doing the right things can be uncomfortable, hard or painful. I will not allow these inconveniences to stop me.

## Mindfulness

Life is short, and I want to consciously experience any waking moment. I use meditation to train my mind to be focused, aware and present.

## Efficiency & Impact

Make the biggest possible impact with the resources at my disposal. No waste. Focus on doing things that matter most. I keep a private [Github Repo](https://github.com/fruetel/its-my-life) where I plan quarterly and long term objectives as well as ongoing weeks.

## Agency

I won't take for granted what someone tells me I can do or cannot do. I am always on the lookout for ways to shape reality according to my own ideas. I take ownership over my life and refrain from outsourcing decisions.

### Further insights why it's a good idea to define one's core values:

* [Who are you? Unleashing your Core Values | Jennifer Jones | TEDxChathamKent](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1invnTgDgY)
* [Become who you really are | Andrea Pennington | TEDxIUM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pW2b1vwwf4)