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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - this pyramid represents our various levels of need. You need the lower levels to reach the upper levels. If you are lacking in food, water, shelter, or warmth, it will be difficult or impossible to achieve higher levels like a feeling of belonging or confidence.
Self-actualization - a state of self-fulfillment and attaining your best that is at the top of Maslow's hierarchy.
Practice: Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
According to Maslow's hierarchy, in order to fulfill your need for belonging, you must first satisfy your need for: