Abraham Maslow’s Legacy: A Personal Exploration of Hierarchy
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v3i2.164Keywords:
Abraham Maslow, Hierarchy of Needs, Self-Actualization, Humanistic Psychology, Theory of Motivation, PsychologyAbstract
Whenever the history of psychology is written and the names of the most influential psychologists are discussed, Abraham Maslow will always be on the list. He is known as one of the pioneers of humanistic psychology, and his theory of motivation is renowned worldwide. The hierarchy of needs proposed by Maslow outlines human needs, suggesting that to fulfill higher needs such as self-esteem and self-actualization, the basic needs (called deficiency needs) must first be met. Maslow had a troubled childhood, and he may have used the emotional pain he experienced as a child to achieve great things in his life. It is possible that his own life experiences led to the formulation of his remarkable theory of motivation, which has not only helped me personally in achieving career success but has also benefited numerous people over the years and continues to do so. In this article, I will discuss Maslow’s life and his theory of motivation, and I will also address how this theory has influenced my life and career.References
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