Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Self-actualization: A person’s desire to develop to his or her full potential (which would mean that he or she would be leading a happy and satisfying life). SelfActualization Growth Needs: Needs for knowing, appreciating and understanding which people need to satisfy after their basic needs are met. Deficiency Needs: Basic requirements for physical and psychological well-being as identified by Maslow. Aesthetic Needs (Able to appreciate beauty) Need to Know and Understand Esteem Needs Belonging and Love Needs Safety Needs Need for Food and Shelter