People who live according to their values feel good about themselves. If someone says they value honesty and then tells the truth, they can live with integrity and honor. Those who say they value honesty and truth, but continually lie, do not actually value those qualities. It is important to live according to your own convictions. Self-esteem goes up when you consistently live in harmony with your values, and it goes down when values and lifestyles conflict. Strive to define and refine your values. Live by them every day, and you will find your recovery journey strengthened. In this lesson, we’ll help define and clarify your values and begin laying a foundation to live according to them.