Where Does Values Come from?

We learn most of our values from our parents and extended families. Our family values stem from our social and cultural values. Sometimes new life experiences may change values we previously held. Individual values reflect how we live our life and what we consider important for our own self-interests.

Where did the values come from?

All of your values come from underlying beliefs. To understand where your values come from, begin with your beliefs. The quality of your values will ultimately be determined by the source of your beliefs.

Where do beliefs and values come from?

People's values, beliefs and attitudes are formed and bonded over time through the influences of family, friends, society and life experiences. So, by the time you're an adult, you can hold very definite views on just about everything with a sense of “no one is going to change my mind”.