Motivation based on need

Desert Island You are ship wrecked alone on a desert island which of these 5 needs would you need to satisfy first , second etc. Belonging, self-actualization, self-esteem, safety, physiological

Maslow Theory: Hierarchy of needs A system that ranks human needs one above the other, with the most basic needs for physical survival at the bottom of the pyramid Proposed by Abraham Maslow

Hierarchy of Needs

Hierarchy of Needs Physiological Needs Must be met first Hunger, thirst Must be met first Until this need is met it will always dominate thoughts and behaviors

Hierarchy of Needs Safety Providing shelter and saving up money We can’t look for the next step until we feel secure

Hierarchy of Needs Belonging Friendships and closeness We can not survive very long without this Once we have achieved this we can start to feel acceptance

Hierarchy of Needs Self-esteem Liking and respecting yourself We need to meet all four lower levels to move to the last stage

Hierarchy of Needs Self-actualization Meaningful goals and purpose to our life Putting into practice what skills and talents we posses

Hierarchy of Needs Helps us understand people who have trouble in life They may lack of sense of purpose bc they have failed to satisfy needs at one of the lower levels