In Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, values are considered important in changing our focus from a reactionary way of living to a life that includes purpose and meaning, even in the presence of discomfort.
When doing anti racism work, placing values at the forefront can help us recenter ourselves to what is important. We can then base our next steps based on our values, allowing for more intention and conscious action.
A couple of notes:
-Considering our values doesn’t mean we are going to do everything right or perfect.
-Many values can be important at once. Sometimes one might be of higher need than another. It is okay to prioritize your values. Often, you will find they build upon one another anyway.