Learn to bridge the gap between values and actions to combat cognitive dissonance. Learn practical realignment and personal growth steps that will help create positive change.
Understanding core values helps in decision-making and evaluating alignment with actions.Source: Ales Krivec / Unsplash
For example, if I value meaningful connection with my husband but then realize I’m spending much of our time together scrolling mindlessly on my phone, I’ll either find ways to decrease my phone use and increase connection or I’llmy phone use by thinking, “I’m in the middle of a big project right now,” or “He’s on his phone too so it’s not a big deal” .
We all go through cognitive dissonance for different beliefs, values, and thoughts. It’s part of being human. But when we notice that we’re not living the life we want or consistently experiencing inner conflict, anxiety about our actions , justification of our behaviors, or approval seeking from others, it’s time to deal with it and face it head-on.To realign our values and actions, I like to walk my clients through the following steps.
Recognizing and addressing cognitive dissonance is pivotal for aligning our values and actions. As we navigate the complexities of daily life, it's common to experience moments of inner conflict, discomfort, and justification when our behaviors stray from our deeply held beliefs and values.
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