2nd row of values
Levels of value
according to. Graves-a
Me
We
VIII LEVEL (TURQUOISE)
HOLISTIC (We)
If the WHOLE WORLD is in HARMONY, I too will feel peace and happiness
VI LEVEL (GREEN)
GROUP (We)
The most important thing is the GOOD OF THE GROUP, harmony in the group will provide me with peace of mind and a pleasant, dignified and prosperous life
IV LEVEL (BLUE)
SYSTEM (We)
Social order provides consistency and security - following the rules allows me to live with dignity
LEVEL II (PURPLE)
PLEMIA (We)
Submitting to tradition and magic will allow me and my family (friends) to live in peace. I don't have to believe and understand, but submission will ensure my survival
VII LEVEL (YELLOW)
FREE UNIVERSITY (Me)
I am grateful to the SYSTEM that provides me with the POSSIBILITY to grow and I want to take advantage of this growth, to be satisfied with myself and lead a fulfilling life
V LEVEL (ORANGE)
DIAMENCY (Me)
I want to gain as much as possible for myself, to achieve visible success at all costs. The most important thing is PRESTIGE
LEVEL III (RED)
WARRIOR (Me)
To survive, I must be strong and dominate others. Only DOMINATION will ensure my obedience to others
LEVEL I (BEige)
SURVIVAL (Me)
The most important thing is to survive. At all costs
Level 1 - FIRST
Your life motto:
The most important thing is to survive. At all costs
What's most important?
Survival, at any cost.
How does it think?
It doesn't think much it just reacts. To the environment, to stimuli. It is important to take care of his health because only the healthy can survive.
What does he do?
He focuses on activities that are supposed to provide him with food, shelter, procreation and rest. When threatened, he fights or flees.
Good points
He has a good relationship with nature and takes care of his health.
Minuses
Unreflectiveness and extreme selfishness.
Level 2 - CLAN
Your life motto:
Submitting to tradition and magic will allow me and my family (friends) to live in peace. I don't have to believe and understand, but submission will ensure my survival
What is most important?
Living according to divine principles. Security, stability and taking care of loved ones.
How does he think?
Rituals (attending mass, meals with family, etc.) are an indispensable part of life. Beliefs and traditions are all we have and the rules to live by were given to us by God. In matters of dispute, one should turn to an authority (priest or doctor).
What does he do?
He cares for his loved ones and spends time with them. Firmly defends his beliefs and does many activities out of duty. Because it's the right thing to do.
Good things
Caring and contact with others. Sharing life with nature and his/her tribe.
Minuses
Lack of flexibility in thinking and closing off to ideas contrary to his/her worldview. Lack of a sense of agency in one's life.
Level 3 - THE WARRIOR
Your life motto:
To survive, I must be strong and dominate others. Only DOMINATION will ensure my obedience to others
What is most important?
Nothing will prevent me from being what I want to be.
How does he think?
Life is a struggle and I am in the middle of it. I will snatch happiness and prosperity with my own hands. No rules will limit me.
What does he do?
He constantly puts himself in a competitive situation where he can show his superiority. His body language portrays confidence before anyone else considers him/her weak.
Good points
Courage and uncompromising. This helps achieve goals. It only works if it benefits you.
Minuses
Egoism and lack of communication skills.
Level 4 - SYSTEM
Your life motto:
Social order provides consistency and security - following the rules allows me to live with dignity
What's most important?
You have to control the situation by following certain rules. Rules are what distinguish us from...
How does one think?
Everything has a purpose and is for something. We achieve stability and security by working hard according to strict rules. School, study, work, family and the rule of law. Chaos introduces evil.
What does he do?
He is calm and balanced in his judgments. As part of society, he does not feel the need for individuality. Living by traditional rules is what you should strive for.
Good points
He cares about order, strives to set rules and codify all situations.
Downsides
He may get locked into his own scheme and the enormity of laws and responsibilities may clip his wings preventing growth.
Level 5 - DIAMOND
Your life motto:
I want to gain as much as possible for myself, to achieve visible success at all costs. The most important thing is PRESTIGE
What is most important?
Achieving his ambitions.
How does he think?
Life is a game and I will play by my own rules. Someone can crash through a wall. Not me. Success is my middle name.
What does he do?
Everything makes sense when it brings benefits. Preferably material. He will carry out his plan. He will take advantage of others if needed because his goal comes first.
Good points
He is confident, smiling, neat, inspiring. He knows how to motivate others to action. He has a lot of energy.
Minuses
He distances himself from others. This can cloud his/her judgment and overconfidence can drive him/her into hubris. Pride walks before a fall.
Level 6 - GROUP
Your life motto:
The most important thing is the GOOD OF THE GROUP, harmony in the group will provide me with peace of mind and a pleasant, dignified and prosperous life
What is most important?
Find inner peace and balance within yourself. You are not alone here.
How does one think?
We are all equal and giving ennobles. Contact with others and overcoming your weaknesses together is the way to happiness. Let's live in harmony with ourselves and our planet.
What does she do?
Her open attitude and kindness makes people want to be around her. She takes the time to talk to others in an effort to leave them happier. She sincerely cares about the well-being of other people.
Good points
Empathy. Able to excel in building interpersonal relationships by giving strength to others.
Minuses
Too much dedication and trust can lead to failing in health or being taken advantage of by those who have bad intentions.
Level 7 - FREEDOM OF ONE
Your life motto:
I am grateful to the SYSTEM that provides me with the POSSIBILITY to grow and I want to take advantage of this growth, to be satisfied with myself and lead a fulfilling life
What matters most
Your life belongs to you. Live your life in such a way as to bring out your highest potential. Discover the secret.
How does he think?
I can do anything. I have a good understanding of what is going on around me however... I don't have to do anything. I can work or not work. The important thing is that each day leads me towards integrity as a human being. Getting closer to the divinity of the entire Universe.
What does he do?
He does what he wants to do and what he can currently realize himself in. The result itself does not have to bring material gain, what is important is the fact of the next achievement. He does not look at spirituality in the category of dogma but rather tries to find it in himself and his surroundings.
Good points
He has great creative power and all his movements look like a string of successes. Things come easily to him/her, however, he/she knows that everything is the result of his/her efforts.
Minuses
This seemingly highest and most desirable state is a trap because its achievement can only be an illusion which can lead to paranoia. Consequently, such a person "drifts away" from reality and becomes a desolate person.