As per Abraham Maslow, who was pivotal in creating the theory of Self-Actualization, viz. simply a continuous process of realizing our own unique potential and capabilities.
What do you understand of "self-actualization" and do you think we really need to care about it?
I would be obliged if you could please provide your valuable answers and experiences.
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In psychology, self-actualization is achieved when you're able to reach your full potential. Being truly self-actualized is considered the exception rather than the rule since most people are working to meet more pressing needs
Self-actualization means that people maximize all benefits from their potentials, abilities, resources, knowledge, skills... I think all human beings should achieve self-actualization, but this concept is at the top of the Maslow hierarchy of needs, so not every human being reaches it.
This link may be useful
https://www.quora.com/What-is-self-actualization
https://www.quora.com/How-does-one-know-if-they-are-self-actualizing
The concept of self: When the scientists the first psychologists of great importance to the human soul, and made it a key feature in many of their theories, including Sigmund Freud, Alfred Adler, Carl Young, Gordon, Carl Rogers, and many others, Carl Jung self as a content consists Of conscious and unconscious things, and the maturity of the soul is an individual process, and the goal of access to the personal health, while Rogers's theory that the self is the same person and how to determine his behavior and its relationship to the world, and May that the soul is a vital entity; that is a person is alive, Various possibilities, Maslow's theory was adopted On the hierarchy of self-needs
Existential self: The existential self is the essential part of the concept of self, the sense of excellence and separation from others, and the completion of self-awareness. According to Lewis, the existential self begins to grow from two months to three months, For example, the child smiles at others, or touches the mobile phone for example, and sees that it is the same existent, and has its own entity independent of others
Maslow's pyramid of needs, taken up from Jung, was developed through research into outstanding people-one of whom was Einstein-so is not predicated on more ordinary people but on outstanding types whose sense of self was based on achieving at the highest level. Most people can achieve self-actualisation lower down the pyramid, and do, at a considerably less vaunted level. After acquiring a rented home and filled it with furniture a couple might consider having children, their point of self-actualisation (which may and could change once that point is acquired). Ignore Maslow.
Definition of Self from a Social Perspective: The human psyche is defined as a relatively stable group of perceptions about self and others, in addition to social systems, and usually the self is socially constructed, that is, formed through dealing and interacting with other people in life, The knowledge that the role of the person is not a negative role in this process, but may help or affect in some way on how they develop and their consequences and impact on it
Self-acceptance: Self-esteem must be achieved even if the person possesses imperfect qualities, without enjoying the views of others, without looking at past mistakes or the challenges that are encountered every day, because man does his best every day. The first step to gaining the satisfaction of others is self-satisfaction first
Dear Sahar,
Self actualization is defined as the fulfillment or the realization as maximum use of one's talents toward self actualization within one's potential. Hence, I believe we are really need to it.
Kind regards,
Naseer Almukhtar
For me, Self actualization is sensitive, critical insight, about self, others, and for life; that enlightens our heart, mind, and soul to fulfill the extraordinary purpose of, being human, towards every living being.
Good contributions by all my colleagues but nicely said by dear respected Dr. Naseer Almukhtar Dr. Srdjan Atanasijevic and Nazia Asad Dr., I appreciate their answers.
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Dr Sahar Qazi ...Self-actualization helps us to re-boost ourselves.
Nice contributions. I think I am yet to self-actualize, and i'm really looking foward to doing that.
What should not be said during the self-definition: the professionalism of employers will not choose a person for the job because he has a wonderful wife, or nice children, or hobbies distinctive, these things should not be mentioned in the definition of self, it makes the employer thinks that the applicant is not really interested Of the job, or that it has experience and qualifications that exceed the requirements of the job, or less, or represents a risk to the company
Self-love: A person must realize that no one is like him at all. He is 100 percent special. There may be someone more beautiful, intelligent, creative, or proficient in one of the things he enjoys. Yet he is still someone else, Understanding this helps people to reconcile themselves and improve their psychology
Feelings of gratitude: Because healthy psychology is of great importance to the continuation of life and freedom from unrest, we will show you some steps that help to improve it for the better. It is easy to everyone to complain about the weather and work and the crisis of walking, but this increases the negative energy that man feels . Conversely, when a person is thankful for what he has, he notices the positive things in his life so buy a small book where you write on a daily basis what you are grateful for, and watch how your outlook changes.
Read your inner thoughts: focus on inner self-talk, check what you say to yourself when different situations occur, record whatever thoughts come to mind, record the feelings accompanying them, note your negative phrases that wrap your thoughts, these thoughts will cause you anxiety, This is with depression and confusion and maybe shame too.
Spending time with friends: The modern person with others about the emotions felt by contributing to the improvement of the psychological result of getting advice and support needed; so bad mood the person is advised to meet with his friends, or a member of his family close and asked them for help without feeling embarrassed or guilt, but if You do not want to talk about feelings at all. You can only spend time with them
The motivation to realize one's own maximum potential and possibilities. It is considered to be the master motive or the only real motive, all other motives being its various forms. In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the need for self-actualization is the final need that manifests when lower level needs have been satisfied.
Read more: http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/self-actualization.html
Wow! I am grateful to all my fellow RG colleagues for adding valid and useful answers on the concept.
This concept is something which I am thinking of amalgamating with one of my scientific research idea.
Thank you once again Jelena Lukić , Hom Nath Chalise , Djaafar Zemali , Stanley Wilkin , Naseer Almukhtar , K. Karthik
, Srdjan Atanasijevic , Nazia Asad , Mohanad Hazim , Hamid Gadouri , Ataul Karim Patwary , Houda Kawas , Onengiyeofori Ibama , Lamia Al-Naama and Mahesh Kumar for your beautiful yet dynamic responses.Best regards,
SQ
Self-actualisation is a state of life and experience where you are consciously choosing to actualise your highest self, follow your passions and be at your best. You are experiencing states of bliss regularly, acting for the purposes of optimum states and experience and not out of a desire to meet the lower needs such as esteem or materialism. It is to be fully self-expressive, enjoying every moment and driven by a sense of purpose and possibility.
Self-actualization is fulfilling one's potential and being all one can be.
Self-verification occurs when a person is able to take full advantage of his talents or talents while still realizing his limits. Once the basic needs of the individual are met for survival, the desires for safety and emotion are followed, and then the needs of the assessment. Once the needs of appreciation are met such as self-confidence and self-esteem, a person may begin to achieve self-fulfillment. The hierarchy also serves as a model for development where children start at the lowest level of trying to get food, water and shelter.
Dear Sahar Qazi I agree with Djaafar Zemali and thank him for explaining the phenomenon well. From purely a socialofficial perspective self actualization units rigid meaning of individuals‘ attempt minimize the difference in their underlying potential and actual materilization of that potential can be dangerous for a person extremely obsessed with self actualization. This may create an army of ego-centric top dogs intimidating everyone around them. Self Actualization can be positive if the individuals’ Goal is to contribute to society through their own success.
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