Fair question. I am an American and I believe in conservative values.
Conservatism has been defined, redefined , slandered and put on a pedestal.
To me, a conservative is one who does not worry about what others think. A conservative doesn't care what others do. A conservative doesn't need to be told how to live hers or his life as long as it is within the law.
I live my life as I want to but always making sure it is within the law.
I do not care what my neighbor does or think as long as it is within that law.
I don't agree with all laws and all judicial decisions....but I respect them.
Whereas I dont argue with them as they have their right... I don't agree with those that consider themselves conservative yet complain about how non conservatives live their lives. That's not conservatism in my eyes.
Conservatism, to me, is worrying about your own life and not all wrapped up in how others live their life.
Does that help answer your question?