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What is at the top of Maslow's hierarchy?

Self-actualization, fulfilling one's potential.

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  1. Self-actualization ✔
  2. Physical safety
  3. Belonging

Why: Self-actualization means pursuing personal fulfillment and potential. In the model, it becomes important after more basic needs are reasonably met.

Huh, didn't know that: Maslow summed up this need as: what a person can be, they must be.

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Why did the goal climb the pyramid? It wanted to reach its full potential.
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Answer: Self-actualization. Self-actualization means pursuing personal fulfillment and potential. In the model, it becomes important after more basic needs are reasonably met.

  1. Learn to Lead Volume 2, Chapter 6 www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/L2L_Mod2_Ch6_The_Human_Element_107BC137426D2.pdf
    At the pinnacle of Maslow’s pyramid is the need for self-actualization, the desire for self-fulfillment.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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