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Values alignment
the degree to which daily actions serve deeply held values, creating energy, motivation, and a sense of meaning through autonomous self-regulation rather than controlled self-regulation
Why This Is a Definition
This definition establishes 'values alignment' as a precise concept that distinguishes it from mere goal achievement or external motivation. It specifies the mechanism (autonomous vs controlled self-regulation), the outcome (energy, motivation, meaning), and the operational distinction from misalignment. It uses the term consistently throughout the lesson and aligns with the self-concordance model referenced.