MASLOW

Abraham H. Maslow

Founder of humanistic psychology known for emphasizing human growth, potential, and motivation toward self-actualization.

Holistic-dynamic theory

Maslow's theory that asserts humans are motivated by needs arranged in a hierarchy.

Hierarchy of Needs

A motivational theory that categorizes human needs into a predictable sequence from basic survival to self-actualization.

Self-Actualization

The full realization of one's potential, becoming everything one is capable of becoming.

B-Values (Being-Values)

Higher values pursued by self-actualizers, including truth, goodness, and beauty.

Metamotivation

Motivation driven by growth rather than deficiency.

Metapathology

The failure to develop a meaningful philosophy of life due to rejection of B-values.

Jonah Complex

Fear of one’s own greatness, avoiding full potential due to fear or insecurity.

Cognitive Needs

Needs for knowledge, understanding, exploration, and curiosity.

Neurotic Needs

Nonproductive needs that arise when basic needs are unmet, leading to pathology.

The need for beauty, order, symmetry, and harmony

Aesthetic Needs.

Gemeinschaftsgefühl

Social interest and empathy characteristic of self-actualizing individuals.

Personal Orientation Inventory (POI)

A tool that measures behaviors and values associated with self-actualizing individuals.

Self-actualizers experience B-love

A deep, non-possessive, unconditional form of love.

Real-Life Insight from Maslow's Biography

His difficult childhood contributed to a focus on positive growth and transcending negative experiences.

Lower Needs vs Higher Needs

Lower needs are more urgent and biological, while higher needs are psychological and can be sacrificed temporarily.