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Take Charge Today
Exploring Values,
Needs & Wants
A need is an item that is necessary for life.
Food
Water
Shelter
A want is something that is
unnecessary to life, but desired.
iPod
Play Station
Designer clothes
Needs & Wants
A value is a belief or practice of what is
important, desirable and worthwhile to an
individual. Everyone has different values that
guide their daily decisions.
Values can be influenced by:
Family
Friends
Teachers
T.V.
Magazines
Religious
Affiliations
Work
Values
What is important to you? Who are two people in your family
that influence you?
How do your wants differ from your
grandparent’s wants?
How do values, and a person’s view of needs
and wants affect financial decisions?