Question

Which step in maslow's hierarchy of needs theory deals with achieving one's potential?

Answer 1

Answer:

Self actualization

Explanation:

From the theory of hierarchy of needs we can understand that self actualization represents the highest order motivatios which drive us to realize our true potential and achieve our ideal self .

Answer 2

Self-actualization needs is the step in Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory deals with achieving one's potential.

Maslow's hierarchy:There are totally 5 needs  that comes under Maslow's hierarchy of needs. They are,

- Physiological needs

- Safety needs

- Love and belonging needs

- Esteem needs

- Self-actualization needs.

SELF-ACTUALIZATION NEEDS:

• Self-actualization would mean achieving the complete fulfillment of one's potential. This takes up the most prominent part of the hierarchy pyramid.
• It is also called as self-fulfillment needs. It is obtained or achieved by sharpening the knowlege in various skills such as archery, painting, writing poems, singing, etc
• It is also achieved by improving overall health by involving in active sports such as skiing, hockey, football, basketball, etc. Travelling new places and learning a new language improves self-actualization needs.

Among the 5 needs only the self-actualization is called by Maslow as 'growth needs' while the other 4 needs are called as 'deficiency needs'. Only when all 'deficiency needs' are achieved, the 'growth need' becomes a priority.