On our continued journey to developing and maintaining a positive self-image, we need to understand our nature as human beings; in other words, know what makes us tick.
We all have needs. As discussed in my book VALUABLE, a well known psychologist, Abraham Maslow, had a theory called “Hierarchy of Needs”. This theory consists of five levels of human needs from one being the lowest, to five as the highest. In his model, physical needs serve as the base with the other category of needs building upon the satisfaction of prior needs.
In this hierarchy, the needs second to the highest, are esteem. These needs consist of: self-esteem, personal worth, social recognition and accomplishment. Feeling appreciated and valued is something all people want to experience and need. Unfortunately, the methods used, depending on what they are to meet this need, can cause more damage than the need going unmet by others. Even so, as air, food, and water are necessary to sustain the physical body, self-esteem is necessary to one’s mental well-being; but where does it come from? How do we attain and hang on to our self-esteem? The answer for some is total reliance on human willpower, natural ability, and external accomplishments. However, as we navigate through life, there are situations we encounter that are too big to handle with sheer willpower in our own strength.
I don't believe God ever intended for us to face these situations nor live life apart from Him. I have come to realize that, despite great human potential, exceptional ability and determination, we definitely need God’s help to actually reach our full potential.Everything that makes us healthy functioning humans, including our potential, desires etc., God our Creator placed in us to become our best selves. I am so glad He knows and understands exactly what we need and is willing to meet those needs when we ask Him. Let Him meet your needs today!
Be Refreshed!
We all have needs. As discussed in my book VALUABLE, a well known psychologist, Abraham Maslow, had a theory called “Hierarchy of Needs”. This theory consists of five levels of human needs from one being the lowest, to five as the highest. In his model, physical needs serve as the base with the other category of needs building upon the satisfaction of prior needs.
In this hierarchy, the needs second to the highest, are esteem. These needs consist of: self-esteem, personal worth, social recognition and accomplishment. Feeling appreciated and valued is something all people want to experience and need. Unfortunately, the methods used, depending on what they are to meet this need, can cause more damage than the need going unmet by others. Even so, as air, food, and water are necessary to sustain the physical body, self-esteem is necessary to one’s mental well-being; but where does it come from? How do we attain and hang on to our self-esteem? The answer for some is total reliance on human willpower, natural ability, and external accomplishments. However, as we navigate through life, there are situations we encounter that are too big to handle with sheer willpower in our own strength.
I don't believe God ever intended for us to face these situations nor live life apart from Him. I have come to realize that, despite great human potential, exceptional ability and determination, we definitely need God’s help to actually reach our full potential.Everything that makes us healthy functioning humans, including our potential, desires etc., God our Creator placed in us to become our best selves. I am so glad He knows and understands exactly what we need and is willing to meet those needs when we ask Him. Let Him meet your needs today!
Be Refreshed!
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