What I meant at the end of the article on core values is that any of us can stray from our basic, fundamental values if we lose clarity and focus. How we get back on track differs for every person. There is some motivating factor that moves the person to take some action to get back on track. Often there is some sort of pain the person feels. It can be physical pain, emotional pain, financial pain, etc. It is as if something startles them to “wake up.” Then they realize they have been go in a direction they don’t want to go. Staying clear about the beliefs and values is what guides our decisions and actions.

The very last part of the article offers two resources to help readers get clarity about their core values.

I hope this helps.