Table 1

Nineteen values of the Portrait Value Questionnaire Revised10

ValueConceptual definitions in terms of motivational goals
Self-direction—thoughtFreedom to cultivate one’s own ideas and abilities
Self-direction—actionFreedom to determine one’s own actions
StimulationExcitement, novelty and change
HedonismPleasure and sensuous gratification
AchievementSuccess according to social standards
Power—dominancePower through exercising control over people
Power—resourcesPower through control of material and social resources
FaceSecurity and power through maintaining one‘s public image and avoiding humiliation
Security—personalSafety in one’s immediate environment
Security—societalSafety and stability in the wider society
TraditionMaintaining and preserving cultural, family or religious traditions
Conformity—rulesCompliance with rules, laws and formal obligations
Conformity—interpersonalAvoidance of upsetting or harming other people
HumilityRecognising one’s insignificance in the larger scheme of things
Benevolence—dependabilityBeing a reliable and trustworthy member of the ingroup
Benevolence—caringDevotion to the welfare of ingroup members
Universalism—concernCommitment to equality, justice and protection for all people
Universalism—naturePreservation of the natural environment
Universalism—toleranceAcceptance and understanding of those who are different from oneself