"He who has a why can bear almost any how"
Nietzsche
Title: Thriving Through Purpose: Insights from Maslow's Pyramid and Neuroscience
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By Donna Kargel
In the journey of life, reaching self-actualization – the realization of our full potential – is a profound goal. Maslow's Pyramid illustrates this journey, emphasizing the importance of meeting basic needs to progress toward thriving. Neuroscience echoes this, showing how operating from the survival-focused brainstem can limit higher cognitive functions crucial for growth.
Complex Decision-Making becomes challenging when survival needs dominate our thinking. Problem-solving, Emotional Regulation, Language, Communication, and Memory Formation may also be hindered, impacting our ability to navigate life's complexities.
But there's hope...
Self-actualization isn't a destination; it's your mindset as you go through life's journey. Understanding our purpose – our "why" – alongside a plan of action can fuel our journey toward fulfillment. By partnering with a career coach or taking personality assessments, we can gain clarity on our purpose and align our actions accordingly.
For those seeking guidance, I recommend exploring tools like career assessments to gain insights into your strengths and career paths.
A great one I recommend can be found on www.16personalities.com
This assessment only takes 15-20 minutes and will give you great insight into your personality type, the type of career paths common to those similar to you, and a breakdown of your work habits as a colleague, an employee, or a manager.
Remember, self-actualization is within reach when we embrace our purpose and take intentional steps towards growth.
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