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Maslow's Theory

 


  Maslow's theory known as Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory was introduced by Abraham Maslow introduced in 1943 with the title "A Theory of Human Motivation". In psychology, this is describing the things humans deem as necessities. This hierarchy ranges from more concrete needs such as food and water to abstract concepts such as self-fulfillment. According to Maslow, when a lower need is met, the next need on the hierarchy becomes our focus of attention.

  Maslow's theory presents his hierarchy of needs in a pyramid shape, with basic needs at the bottom of the pyramid and more high-level, intangible needs at the top. Maslow originally believed that a person needed to completely satisfy one level to begin pursuing further levels. When a person reaches higher levels, their motivation is directed more towards these levels. However, they will still continue to pursue lower levels of the hierarchy but with less intensity. 

  Physiological needs. This is the lowest level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs. they are the most essential things a person needs. These most basic human survival needs include food and water, sufficient rest, cloth and shelter, health, and reproduction. If someone is lacking in more than one need, they are likely to try to meet these physiological needs first. For example, if someone is extremely thirsty, it's hard to focus on anything else besides water. 

  Safety needs. The second level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is safety needs. Our safety needs are apparent even early in childhood. Maslow pointed out that for adults living in developed nations, safety needs are more apparent in emergency situations such as war and natural disasters. Finding a job, obtaining health insurance and health care, and savings accounts are all examples of actions motivated by safety needs. 

  Love and belonging needs. The third level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is love and belonging or social needs. Humans are social creatures that that crave interaction with others. This applies to a romantic relationship but also the need to belong and be accepted by friends. It also includes our need to feel that we belong to a social group. 

  Self-esteem needs. The fourth level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is esteem. According to Maslow, self-esteem needs include two elements. The first involves feeling confident and feeling good about oneself, and the second one involves feeling valued by others. Respect from others relates to achieving prestige and recognition. On the other hand, respect for oneself relates to dignity, confidence, and freedom.

  Self-Actualisation needs. As for the final and top pillar, Maslow famously describes it best: "A musician must make music, an artist must paint if they are happy with it". Essentially, self-actualisation means feeling that we are doing what we believe we are meant to do. For one person, self-actualisation might involve helping others, however, for another person it might involve achievements in a creative field. 

  The basis of Maslow's theory is that we are motivated by our needs as human beings. Additionally, if some of our most important need are nor met, we may be unable to progress and meet our other needs. Maslow's theory can help explain why we might feel unmotivated. Thank you for your time and as always have a nice day 😀.


References:

  1. Is Maslow's Hierarchy Of Needs Still Important? Research & Myths | mindbodygreen (2022). Available at: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/maslows-hierarchy-of-needs-research/.
  2. How Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Explains Human Motivation (2022). Available at: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-maslows-hierarchy-of-needs-4136760.
  3. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Explained (2022). Available at: https://www.thoughtco.com/maslows-hierarchy-of-needs-4582571.
  4. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (2022). Available at: https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/knowledge/other/maslows-hierarchy-of-needs/.


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  1. AnonymousJune 5, 2022 at 9:05 PM

    Ohh, this is interesting. I have never heard of this before so it was great to learn about it!

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