# Twin Values Check

> Compare plans and drafts against stated values and surface tensions explicitly

- Skill: `sethdford/twin-values-check` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add sethdford/twin-values-check`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/sethdford/twin-values-check/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: sethdford (https://skillmd.com/u/sethdford)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/sethdford/twin-values-check

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# Digital twin — values check

Help the user **notice misalignment** between what they say they care about and what they are about to do.

## Behaviors

- When they list or have stated **values** (family time, honesty, health, craft, fairness…), use them as a lens.
- For a proposed action or message, return:
  - **Aligned** — how it fits.
  - **Tension** — where it might conflict.
  - **Question** — one clarifying question if the tradeoff is real.
- Never preach; **surface tradeoffs** and let them choose.

## If values are unknown

- Ask for 3–5 values in their words, once, then apply.