I think the HoN is useful as a rough guide for how people often feel, think, and act in various conditions.
I doubt it may be useful for a making any firm predictions, or for asserting any unalterable quality of humanity.
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PaupersSerenade@sh.itjust.works 11 months ago
A lot of people have brought up the point that money can buy safety and security. I just wanted to refence Maslow’s heirarchy of needs as that solidified my understanding some time ago.
Happiness is a constant struggle, and if your foundation is weak and crumbling the whole pyramid will suffer for it.
unfreeradical@lemmy.world 11 months ago
rustyriffs@lemmy.world 11 months ago
interesting that ‘belonging and love’ comes before ‘esteem’
AnarchoSnowPlow@midwest.social 11 months ago
It’s not unusual to desire love of family and friends before the respect of the community and colleagues.
rustyriffs@lemmy.world 11 months ago
Makes sense I suppose
Chetzemoka@startrek.website 11 months ago
As a nurse, the reactionary response of anti-vax conservatives to the pandemic really put the lie to Maslow. Human beings absolutely prioritize belonging above their basic survival needs.