self-actualisation and maslow hierachy of needs

• humanists consider self actualisation, the highest level of psychological development, it is the process of realising your full potential. The individual deeply understands themselves, their values and their purpose in life
• self-actualisation is seen through Maslow's hierarchy of needs, Abraham Maslow outlines a sequence of human needs in the form of a pyramid, certain foundational needs must be met before individuals can self actualise, the hierachy starts with the most basic needs before advancing to the higher levels
• esteem needs, love and belongingness needs, safety needs, physiological needs