Concepts Vs. Self Actualization

It is said by many in the psychological fields that self-actualization can only come from within, and this is accepted as folk wisdom by society at large. You can’t run away from yourself is a common axiom. We all intuitively understand that the keys to self-actualization and self-improvement don’t lie with more money or a new home in a new location, but in consistent self-improvement driven by humility and appreciation. Having said that, we must understand that environment and tools available for ones disposal nonetheless retain a role in self-actualization; after all, lest an individual be left in a dark hole in the ground, no amount of internal progress can make him into a self-actualized, productive member of society.

5. Self-actualisation – the need for personal fulfilment and the need to grow and develop.

Self- actualization is when a person shows creativity and problem solving. After being trapped on the island for four years and already going through the rest of the other tiers of Maslow’s hierarchy of human needs, Chuck reaches self-actualization when he created the raft that gets him off the island and past the huge wave keeping him on it. He creatively solves the problem of getting past the huge waves surrounding the island by connecting a corner of a port-a-potty that he could flip up when he reached the big wave. In this instance Chick showed both creativity and problem solving proving that he had reached self-actualization, completing all five tiers of Maslow’s hierarchy of human

A factor that causes important changes in a person’s life is when one experiences the self-realization

A self-actualized individual has met all the lower level needs in the hierarchy—physiological needs, safety, belongingness and love, and self-esteem—and feels they are realizing their potential and fulfilling their purpose (Zastrow & Kirst-Ashman, 2013). These needs are met in order, and according to Maslow, one cannot skip ahead to a higher-level need if they have not fulfilled a basic need (Hagerty, 1999). Indeed Ed has physiological and safety needs met, as his pension and Laura’s retirement fund provide the means for food and housing in a safe neighborhood where he is not in any immediate danger. Ed has a strong social network of his wife, children, and friends from his various organizations and clubs. He displays a sense of respect for himself and people in his neighborhood, and can identify achievements he made in life, particularly graduating high school, getting promoted young in the Navy, and getting high-level promotions in the fire

Since the moment one is born, until one’s life comes to a halting end, he or she is always in a quest to find his or her self. Clearly, the concept of self is rather complex. Humans are different entities, with varied views on the world, which is what makes the universe such an interesting place. Of course, people are born with certain characteristics that become the bases for who he or she is. Yet, the components that fall under the self, such as, self concept, self knowledge, self esteem continue to change. Interestingly enough, the self falls under a specific spectrum. When he or she is young, he or she can merely recognize him or herself. Therefore the self is lost. However when he or she begins school the self he or she fall under one of the two

Most of us live our life without truly living. We follow the path handed down from generations of social conformity. We are taught to aspire to a marriage, house full of descendants, and stable job that supports the aforementioned. Besides the majority leading a constraining lifestyle, there are few who sincerely enjoy their lives and celebrate their individuality. The renowned psychologist Abraham Maslow discusses that people live a fulfilling life because of self-actualization in his study “Self-Actualization and Beyond” in 1967. He notes that with self-awareness, a person “comes to know what [their] destiny is, who [their] wife or husband will be, what [their] mission in life will be” (Maslow 440). In the cases of those who aren’t aware

Abraham Maslow theorized the concept of self-actualization which is the term used to describe the state of self-fulfillment in which people realize their highest potentials in their own unique way. Maslow’s theory includes sublevels that must be achieved before reaching self-actualization. In this paper, I will explain how each of his previous levels have affected my life, and give an idea of when I may hope to achieve self-actualization. Self-actualization is the term that Abraham Maslow used to describe the state of self-fulfillment in which people realize their highest potentials in their own unique way. The personal reflections accommodate to my perspective of the Maslow’s Theory.

Self actualization can not just happen spontaneously, it happens when one realizes that their is a void one's life that needs to be filled. That is when self actualization starts. In Tattoos of the Heart, the women named Carmen comes up to Greg Boyle and asks for help. While Carmen is talking to Boyle, she breaks down and calls herself a disgrace for the life she lives. Carmen is on her way to self actualization.

In conclusion, a person must go through a series of step/stages to reach “self-actualization.” They must achieve his/his “safety” and “physiological” needs “(basic needs).” “Esteem” and “belongingness and love” needs “(psychological needs)” to reach the stage of “self-actualization.” Psychological theories helps us better understand why a character does what he/she did. Using the psychological theory can help people reach the stage of self-actualization. Although, some may not reach this stage due to natural or un-natural

Self-actualization refers to the desire to achieve one’s greatest potential or as Maslow writes “what a man can be, he must be” (Maslow). Abraham Maslow, a researcher and a pioneer in the field of psychology, strongly believed that people can control their own behavior and have the abilities to reach their full potential. Maslow is perhaps best known for his “Hierarchy of Needs” that culminates in self-actualization. This hierarchy begins with so-called “basic needs” - psychological, safety, social, and esteem - and concludes with the “growth need”. Among other characteristics, Maslow describes self-actualized people as highly creative, independent, genuine individuals who are resistant to enculturation and accept themselves for who

Every person has his or her own ambitions and desires, but not everyone follows through to pursue them. In order to fulfill one's life one must fulfill one's self. The first part of self-fulfillment is accepting one's self and in order to obtain one's desires, and find success one has to seek it. In reality self-fulfillment doesn't have anything to do with the people that surround one. For this purpose, it has the term ''self'' , the only person who holds one back is the reflection of the person standing in the mirror, yourself. Essentially one poses the power to fulfill themselves.

When we do so, self actualisation will occur. Rogers likened this actualisation process to the growth of plants, having an innate tendency to grow from a seed to full potential when exposed to favourable conditions. Rogers believed that for a person to achieve self-actualisation they must be in a state of congruence, thus, self-actualisation occurs when a person’s ideal self is congruent with their actual behaviour and self-image. For the client to self actualise; key principals must be employed during the counselling process. Outlined as follows:

In fact, this theory proposes that, “to live is to feel inferior” (Mosak 1995). However, when the individual begins to act inferior rather than feel inferior, the individual is engaging in “discouragement” or the inferiority complex (Mosak 1995). “To oversimplify, the inferiority feeling is universal and ‘normal’; the inferiority complex reflects the discouragement of a limited segment of our society and is usually ‘abnormal’” (Mosak 1995). This theory views the healthy and “ideal” individual as one who engages in life experiences with confidence and optimism. “There is a sense of belonging and contributing, the ‘courage to be imperfect,’ and the serene knowledge that one can be acceptable to others, although imperfect” (Mosak 1995).

154). At this level, the individual is characterized by power, wealth and riches, fame and self esteem. One feels that he has achieved everything and this feeling is termed as self actualization. However, this stage is achieved through hard work and sometimes one may be required to sacrifice a lot. The stage harbors the elite in the society, who include people like politicians and business tycoons (Natemayer & Hersey, 2011, p. 189).