Maslow's+hichary+of+needs

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs There are 5 levels in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. The first level is Physiological Needs. This would be water, sleep, food, and warmth. Maslow thinks that if these basic needs were not met, then we could not advance to a higher level in his hierarchy. The second level is Safety/Security. These needs are very important, but not as important as meeting the physiological needs. To feel safe and secure, Maslow believed that we would have security in our jobs, health insurance, safe neighborhoods in which to live, and shelter from the environment all of thoes nice things. The next level in the hierarchy is Social Needs. Maslow believed that once the first two needs were met, then we could focus on relationships or hanging out with others. We want to feel loved and to receive affection. The fourth level is Esteem. In this one we desire social recognition. We are becoming confident in our abilities and want to feel that we've accomplished or got something done and what we've set out to go do. The last, and highest level,above all the others is that of Self Actualization. If we reach this level, we are concerned with personal growth and not as concerned with the opinions/what they think of others. We are focused on fulfilling our personal potentialor reaching our goal.