What Value is Being Neglected?
Someone spends money on substances instead of buying groceries or paying rent.
Financial Security
Feeling connected to others and having a place where you belong.
Community
You recognize that you cannot control another person's recovery.
Acceptance
Choosing to tell the truth even when lying would be easier.
Honesty
Choosing to attend a recovery meeting instead of isolating yourself.
Community
Someone repeatedly misses their child's important events because of substance use.
Family
Treating people fairly regardless of their past, circumstances, or background.
Equality / Respect
You choose not to retaliate when someone hurts your feelings.
Forgiveness / Peace / Stability
Thinking through the consequences before making an important decision.
Wisdom
Prioritizing having a safe home and a predictable daily routine.
Stability
Someone ignores medical problems and continues engaging in behaviors that harm their body.
Health
Having beliefs, connections, or practices that give your life deeper meaning.
Spirituality
You make time to understand your own emotions and behaviors.
Self-Awareness
Being willing to admit when you are wrong and learn from mistakes.
Humility
Making decisions based on what is right rather than what feels good in the moment.
Integrity
Someone constantly lives in chaos, arguments, fear, and worry because of their substance use.
Peace / Stability
Having the ability to make choices without being controlled by substances or other people.
Freedom
You make room for different beliefs and perspectives.
Open-Minded / Non-Judgmental / Tolerant / Equality / Respect
Continuing to work toward a goal even when progress feels slow.
Perseverance
Being willing to ask for help rather than pretending you can handle everything alone.
Humility / Self-Respect / Self-Awareness / Courage
Someone stops pursuing their goals because substance use has become their main priority.
Success / Accomplishment
Using knowledge, experience, and sound judgment to make thoughtful decisions.
Intelligence / Wisdom
You build relationships where both people can speak openly and feel safe.
Trust
Making choices that reflect what matters most to you rather than trying to impress others.
Authenticity
Choosing to build a meaningful future instead of allowing your past to define you.
Growth