Is Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs the Answer to the Meaning of Life?

When talking about Maslow's Hierarchy Of Needs, we are talking about finding self actualization. A term similar to Ikigai. If you're into Japanese culture and psychology, there is some connection between how Ikigai can also lead to self actualization. In this video, we will do a quick summary of the Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, so that you can start climbing up the pyramid. In a future video, we will talk about Ikigai, and how one's culture can affect one level of fulfillment in life.

But first try to learn about the Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs through this video.

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[Psychgo]

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[nagyzsombor]

I always thought about this as a kid (im a young adult now) and my solution was: Eventually we all die one day, and it’s important to leave something behind, create something that resembles the life you lived.

Maybe it can teach someone or make someone happy in the future when im not here. Thats the best i can do.

[shivertheiguana]

I personally always had my own a answer to this very question, let us say life is a bolt of cloth and a sewing kit and some art supplies, Life doesn’t start with a set of requirements and everyone will make something different. Some will make a beautiful painting some will use the cloth to instead of making a canvas to paint on make into into a dress. Some will write their own beliefs onto the cloth for everyone else to see. The answer is there no solid answer the only answer is what will you make cause at the end of the day you have the tools to make something but the goals are your own if you have any at all.

[RegularInvader]

I was just thinking of this topic. I recently chose to be childfree and I don't see myself getting into a relationship. Once I experienced the reality of my now former crush not liking me back after waiting patiently to see him again, I made the realization that having a relationship would have distracted me. I've had no complications as a child-free single person over the years. Keeping it that way will allow me to explore the possibilities of figuring out where and when my wish of buying my dream house will occur. I've always wanted to foster dogs too, so not having a soulmate/spouse and/or kids will not weigh me down.

[noobzito]

Timestamp!

-1:44 Physiological
-3:17 Safety
-3:46 Love & belonging
-4:37 Esteem
-5:22 Self-actualisation

[JustaNobody-jx]

The meaning of life is that there is no meaning. We’re all just seeking answers in a universe that ultimately doesn’t care.

[jonathanli]

What if the meaning of life is the friends we made along the way

[mategloklertheabandonedone]

I can barely meet the physiological needs, safety is something I don't quite understand, I mean, I definitely don't exercise at all and my job does leave me time for other things but it's really tiring and I always think about the same thing.

Whether I'm at work or bored at home or hopelessly wondering around town, the same thing happens every day, over and over again, it feels like my life is a loop of boredom and whenever I get somewhere, it always leads to disappointment.

The third need, love and belonging is the one need that I've never satisfied and have always struggled with, I have a family but they don't make me happy at all and there are way too many problems with the people that I call "my friends" to explain in a readable comment.

All I can say is that I'm 18 and life is a piece of shit and sometimes I even feel like killing myself, no amount of professional support can help me (trust me, I've tried... MANY TIMES) and I really hate it, the unending cycle of boredom and disappointment and nobody cares, nobody's here, nobody knows, nobody understands, they all have their own lives to get on with and nobody even tries to help me because they don't even think they can.

[RoseAngelaJames]

Meaning of life I haven’t go clue. This world is messed up. My Mam died a year ago and I haven’t got any one else now. I am hopeless at most things. I am 57 years old and even though I have a nice home. I am fine financially, I still feel what was the point putting me on this world. I know I sound depressing but I’m just honest. I’m not much use to anyone. Most days I just don’t see the point in anything.

[Tokhan]

The meaning of life is the dream that can be ventured thank you now I can see where I can start

[Таволга]

Спасибо огромное за эту тему! Согласна на 100% ...Я с долей уверенности могу сказать что прошла все ступени удовлетворения своих базовых потребностей и счастлива тем что открыла для себя новый смысл жизни... Я нге нашла ответа на вопрос -Зачем мы живем..) Но поиск этого ответа приносит колоссальное удовольствие!

[sunsetk]

Life is about influencing the world. All actions leave some kind of impact, small or big. Good person will try to improve things. Bad person's actions will motivate good person to make their move. And neutral ones learn from the two. Every creation, statement, idea and choice forces people to join sides. It's all struggle, but that means duty isn't done. And in the end, successors will continue the legacy.

[Aan]

Timestamps
1). Physiological 1:44
2). Safety 3:17
3). Love and belonging 3:46
4). Esteem 4:37
5). Self-actualization 5:22
6). What's the meaning of life 6:59

Hope this helps you out. Hope you have a nice day. Sorry this is so late. 💙💙💙💙💙💙

[pabloabraham]

This was a bit relieving to hear. It's my birthday and looking back I realize not much has changed over some years, but I think that's part of life, and expecting a change makes you not realize what you've learned by just living and what you're living right now. I'm still looking for my self realization in this journey, and I wish you luck with yours as well.

[Wiccan]

I'm sadly at the bottom and have been at the bottom for a long time... Idk how to personally work my way to the top.... Idk how to live by myself bc I've always had boyfriends who broke me down and hurt me more... And I'm trying to finally be single for once, but I just don't know how to go about the pyramid...

[Wishkeirs]

I often do ponder upon the same question

[Redheadbelle]

Thx! This was beautifully animated! I love the Maslows Pyramid of needs 💜
For me, there is absolutely a meaning in life. I try to see everything either as an opportunity or a lesson. It makes me happy to turn obstacles into motivation to do better or to achieve my dreams. I love how you beautifully calmly explained our human needs. It’s so important nourishing ourselves well so we can give that love to our loved ones. 💗🍀

[Mr.DoctorMan]

Completely unrelated, but I love the sound effects in this video. They make my brain happy

[davids]

I guess we're not meant to know! There are so many paradoxes and contradictions in life, that it becomes impossible to decipher any meaning! Sometimes we feel like we are in our happy place, and feel pretty much invincible, but then life throws us back to square one where we must begin again and proceed as best we can! Who knows what the ending will be, but it may be a pleasant surprise! Have a great one!

[antedadic]

Meaning is what to find something u love and its not about meaning but more like creating a meaning dor yourself