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Humans need to feel a sense of belonging and acceptance among their social groups, communities, regardless if these groups are large or small.<ref>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maslow%27s_hierarchy_of_needs Hierarchy of Needs]</ref> | Humans need to feel a sense of belonging and acceptance among their social groups, communities, regardless if these groups are large or small.<ref>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maslow%27s_hierarchy_of_needs Hierarchy of Needs]</ref> | ||
==Self Esteem== | ==Self Esteem== | ||
All humans have a need to feel respected; this includes the need to have [[Self Esteem]] and self-respect. Esteem presents the typical human instinct to be accepted in their community and feel to be a valued member by others. People often engage in activities which give the person a sense of contribution or value. Low self-esteem or an inferiority complex may result from imbalances that have not been addressed or healed, such as unhealed emotional conflicts. People with low self-esteem often look to gain respect from others; they may feel the need to seek fame or glory. However, fame or glory will not help the person to build their self-esteem until they accept who they are internally. Psychological imbalances such as depression can hinder the person from obtaining a higher level of self-esteem or self-respect.Most people have a need for stable self-respect and self-esteem. Deprivation of these needs may lead to an inferiority complex, weakness, and feelings of helplessness. | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||