Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

SELF ACTUALIZATION
achieving one's full potential
key words: morality, spontaneity, creativity, acceptance

ESTEEM
a feeling of prestige and accomplishment
key words: respect, confidence, self-esteem

LOVE/BELONGING
successful relationship with other people
key words: family, friendship, intimacy

SAFETY
includes physical and monetary security
key words: health, wellbeing, security

PHYSIOLOGICAL
necessary for human survival
key words: homeostasis, food, water

Created by Sarah Mills

Application of the Hierarchy
This has yet to be achieved, but
my academics, study abroad
experience, and work have
Self Actualization contributed to my path to self
actualization and reaching my
potential in academia and
beyond.

I have found success in both my

academic and work careers. I was
Esteem recently nominated for Student
Employee of the Year and
promoted at my office.

I have a loving and supportive

family and several close friends. I
Love/Belonging have found my niche at USC and
in the office where I work.

I am currently financially secure

by working 20+ hours a week and
Safety having help from my parents in
paying for school. I feel safe in my
home and at USC.

I'm fortunate enough to be able to

have an apartment and enough to
Physiological eat every day. My basic
physiological needs have always
been met

Created by Sarah Mills