Abraham Maslow proposed a theory which described that the behaviour of a human being is an outcome of his immediate needs. The theory was represented by a pyramid with basic needs at the lower level and the complex needs at the top of the hierarchy structure. At the top most of the pyramid is self actualization. It is described as the tendency of a person to become more of what he is. In case of a self actualized person, all his basic needs are already met and he just concentrates on his desire for self-fulfilment.
Self actualized people accept themselves and people around them as the way they are. They tend to enjoy whatever they do and live a guilt-free life. They are very realistic and are not afraid of trying out new things. Self actualized people are very ethical and responsible. They never miss a chance to help somebody and take special interest in solving real-world concerns.
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