Self-actualization Self-actualization is primarily used in Humanistic psychological theory, specifically theories proposed by Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers. According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, self-actualization, signifies individual progress toward optimum need fulfillment; this involves increased motivation toward personal growth, with meaning being of particular importance. Carl Rogers proposed a theory of the fully functioning person where actualizing tendency promotes growth potential that seeks to develop a congruency between the “real self” and the “ideal self”. Roger believed that a congruent sense of self allows for the emergence of the “fully functioning person”. It was Maslow, however, who is credited with the creation
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they have a realistic perspective of themselves, others, and the world. 2. They are problem centered, concerning themselves with solving problems, and follow an internal sense of personal responsibility and beliefs. 3. They are spontaneous in thoughts and actions. 4. They are non-conformists, ignoring social rules and expectations and proposing unconventional solutions for life’s difficulties. 4. Self-actualized individuals seek autonomy and seclusion. While they enjoy the company of other people, they need time to recharge their batteries and develop their own sense of self. 5. They have the ability to view the world with wonder and awe, gaining inspiration and rejuvenation from even simple everyday experiences. 6. And, self-actualized people experience what Maslow called peak experiences, or moments filled with joy, wonder and awe. This experiences renew, strengthen or transform the individual and leads to a self-knowledge and growth. …show more content…
This is due to the fact that our society only rewards motivational behavior that is based on approval, affection or other social needs. Instead of focusing only on psychopathology, self-actualization is interested in human potential and how that potential can be achieved. Self-actualization is based on self-fulfillment and personal growth obtained through the discovery of what is important to the person. Each person is unique in their search for self-fulfillment and growth through the discovery of meaning in life that is significant to them. For some people self-actualization can be achieved through the creation of works of art or literature, while for others it is work, education or sports. Self-actualized people use these peak experiences to find a meaning in life and hopefully leads to their happily ever after. Theses peak experiences allows for feelings of joy, wonder, and euphoria and allows for a continual process of fulfilling their inherent
they have a realistic perspective of themselves, others, and the world. 2. They are problem centered, concerning themselves with solving problems, and follow an internal sense of personal responsibility and beliefs. 3. They are spontaneous in thoughts and actions. 4. They are non-conformists, ignoring social rules and expectations and proposing unconventional solutions for life’s difficulties. 4. Self-actualized individuals seek autonomy and seclusion. While they enjoy the company of other people, they need time to recharge their batteries and develop their own sense of self. 5. They have the ability to view the world with wonder and awe, gaining inspiration and rejuvenation from even simple everyday experiences. 6. And, self-actualized people experience what Maslow called peak experiences, or moments filled with joy, wonder and awe. This experiences renew, strengthen or transform the individual and leads to a self-knowledge and growth. …show more content…
This is due to the fact that our society only rewards motivational behavior that is based on approval, affection or other social needs. Instead of focusing only on psychopathology, self-actualization is interested in human potential and how that potential can be achieved. Self-actualization is based on self-fulfillment and personal growth obtained through the discovery of what is important to the person. Each person is unique in their search for self-fulfillment and growth through the discovery of meaning in life that is significant to them. For some people self-actualization can be achieved through the creation of works of art or literature, while for others it is work, education or sports. Self-actualized people use these peak experiences to find a meaning in life and hopefully leads to their happily ever after. Theses peak experiences allows for feelings of joy, wonder, and euphoria and allows for a continual process of fulfilling their inherent