Think Enriched

Remember in college Psych class you learned about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?   Basically, there were 5 levels when Maslow first defined it.  Now, they've added a few more for a total of 8 levels of needs to achieve self-actualization.  And, Maslow hypothesized, that only 2% of our society achieve this.  Where are you in the levels?  Biological/ Physiological Needs:  air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep. Safety Needs:  protection from the elements, security, order, law, stability, freedom from fear. Love/ Belongingness Needs:  friendship, intimacy, affection & love, from work group, family, friends, romantic relationships. Esteem Needs:  achievement, mastery, independence, status, dominance, prestige, self-respect, respect from others. Self-Actualization Needs:  realizing personal potential, self-fulfillment, seeking personal growth & peak experiences. Now let me tell you my story. Point is: If your basic needs (level 1 & 2) are not being taken care of, personally or financially, you