Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs 

agreed, it could benefit so many people!

Yikes, he isn’t talking fast at all.

I'm afraid there is no one fits all solution to these layers. There is an endless variety of foods that you could user to deal with hunger and similarly there are tons of ways to make money and get a sense of security. Relationships and intimacy depend on personal preference and are unique. In the same manner esteem needs can be fulfilled in many ways and the self actualization stage is inhabited by people from all professions being it politicians, artists or religious people. However, one thing that Maslow talked about that seems to be common around the highest layer is on the one hand creativity and more importantly moving from d-values (deficiency values) towards b-values (being values). I recently made a short series about Maslow and in that we talk about b/d values/needs. I think its the last video of that series but I'm not entirely sure. (The series is only 3 videos each around 5 minutes) I don't have a link right now but you'll find it if you check my recent uploads (thumbnails with a green sweater) hope that helps

@@PersonalPower yes that helps massively and I'll find the videos on RU-vid. I ask because I'm currently creating an new initiative that incorporates Maslows pyramid of needs alongside other well being principles etc. Thank you very much. Take care and I appreciate your time, energy and response.

@@darylcauvin4957 hey.. how is your project? Will we be able to see/view?

thanks for commenting bro!

The higher you get on the pyramid is the lesser it becomes about external/tangible results so if you feel like it's less rewarding that's because you haven't shifted your focus from external rewards.

I'm no expert on Buddhism so I can't really tell.

I think its similar to taoism and buddhism because its a road map of how you can live the way nature intended.

Because it is so deep in our genes that only few people can really go completely without it. Sure it is not a necessity like food, but its still quite important to most people. I would not say that it is due to the times that we live in. There is a reason why prostitution is often described as the oldest profession. I'd say sex is much more basic then having intimate relationships simply because humans and animals had sex way before they ever had intimate relationships. Now you could certainly live without it but this does not mean that it is not a basic need for most people, but it obviously isn't quite as basic as having food and water since you need those to survive.

In nature we are here to procreate and that is our number one mission. There are many great examples in nature to prove this like the peacock. The peacock has sacrificed its maneuverability and ability to hide from predations to maintain a tail that will attract a mate. The desire to procreate is stronger than hunger and will have us accept unnecessary danger to be successful. All creatures are here to keep the species going and its in the DNA The genetics in animals and humans show this is nature not nurture.

@@PersonalPower yeah sex is a need!

Sex is not a basic need, not on layer 1, but should be on layer 3 with relationships. How can you tell? Imagine you're a refugee from a major natural disaster and all of your basic needs have been shattered. If you're looking for food and water then I guarantee sex is far from your mind in those moments. Layer 2, if you have found food and water and you don't know where you're going to sleep tonight, again I guarantee that sex is going to be far from your mind. Sex is NOT a layer 1 or 2 need. I'd call it 3 or possibly up there in 4 with esteem.

Having some structure and order would belong to the lower more rudimentary levels. However, this is a little tricky since some people require an ordered environment to focus whereas others can operate from vastly disorganised places. There is a base need for a little structure but the extent to which we experience it varies drastically.

You're right good is indeed a vague term and what is deemed as good depends on the person and situation. Staying perfectly objective is very difficult and part of what makes this channel is my personal perspective and opinion and ideas. I try to somewhat balance objectivity and my personal opinion but in most videos is a personal aspect.

@@PersonalPower but does good in your video include things like productivity and taking care of your physical health?

@@josephmusabyimana3557 I'm not entirely sure what I said and thought exactly during the video but in general I think that taking care of your health (physical and mental) and being productive are very good things.

Glad you liked it!

I appreciate both of it, helps a lot with the youtube algorithm!

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thanks a lot, but I'm curious how did you even come across this video as it is one of the older ones. Did youtube recommend it to you or did you actively search for something similar?

@@PersonalPower I have been following your videos since around January and remember watching this one when it came out. I have watched it a few other times when driving too

thanks a lot for the kind word and a big thanks for the feedback I truly appreciate it! I intend to overhaul my video style and implement a lot more visuals after I'm done moving to my new apartment. Not sure if I can be a lot more charming tho, but I'll see what I can do!