Motivation Theory: Maslow's Hierarchy Of Needs
The motivation theory that relates to me the most is "Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs". This theory states that humans have needs that are hierarchically ranked in order of importance. I am actually quite familiar with this theory after taking two AP courses on Psychology. I believe that this motivation theory is the one that everyone can relate to. It is absolutely true that all humans require the fulfillment of their physiological needs. Water, air, and food are indeed the most vital things in this world to ensure our survival. Without these basic needs being met, there is no way for us to fulfill any of the extra needs that we wish to fulfill. I believe that safety is correctly placed in this ranking. If we are in an unsafe environment it will
be dreadfully hard to accomplish the other necessities that we wish to fulfill. It is easier to meet needs when there is a reassurance that nothing threatening will occur to you during the process. Thirdly, social needs are indeed in an appropriate place. Having done many case studies in psychology, you can see how great of an impact social lacking can have one's life. Social contact can teach a person many things and without this knowledge one can suspect that they will be lacking in simple things such as speech and be unable to adapt to their environment. Self-esteem is also important to one's self. Many of us like to feel love, wanted, and accepted. Usually when one feel like they don't belong, they tend to shut down on themselves. They will have no motivation or satisfaction in doing anything. Lastly, self-actualization helps us to become the best that we can be. We cannot meet this high need until we meet all the lower more important needs. It is good for us and for others that we strive to be the best that we can. This is why I believe that everyone including myself can relate to this theory. This theory has a very basic understanding of what is important to us as people in our lives.
be dreadfully hard to accomplish the other necessities that we wish to fulfill. It is easier to meet needs when there is a reassurance that nothing threatening will occur to you during the process. Thirdly, social needs are indeed in an appropriate place. Having done many case studies in psychology, you can see how great of an impact social lacking can have one's life. Social contact can teach a person many things and without this knowledge one can suspect that they will be lacking in simple things such as speech and be unable to adapt to their environment. Self-esteem is also important to one's self. Many of us like to feel love, wanted, and accepted. Usually when one feel like they don't belong, they tend to shut down on themselves. They will have no motivation or satisfaction in doing anything. Lastly, self-actualization helps us to become the best that we can be. We cannot meet this high need until we meet all the lower more important needs. It is good for us and for others that we strive to be the best that we can. This is why I believe that everyone including myself can relate to this theory. This theory has a very basic understanding of what is important to us as people in our lives.