Maslow's hierarchy of needs

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is a way of organizing the things all people need in order to be healthy and happy. It was created by Abraham Maslow, who was a psychologist. The Hierarchy starts at the bottom with Physiological needs. These are the most basic needs, like food, water, and shelter. These needs have to be met before someone can feel safe and secure.

Next is Safety. This means feeling safe from harm and being protected from danger. People need to feel like they can trust the places and people around them in order to feel safe.

Then comes Love and Belonging. This means having meaningful relationships with others - like family, friends, and romantic partners. Without connections to other people, it’s hard to feel secure and happy.

The fourth stage is Esteem. This means feeling good about yourself. It’s important to have confidence in the choices that you make and that you’re a valuable and worthy person.

Finally, at the top of the Hierarchy is Self-Actualization. This means having a sense of purpose and potential and reaching your goals. When people achieve this, they often feel content, fulfilled, and free.