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Maslow/Friedman Analysis Paper
Maslow Section
Self-Actualization Level (Happiness)
Within Christensen’s framework, this is my definition of happiness. My purpose is to help bring equality
to the LGBTQ community and amplify the voices of those that have been silenced. I strive to ensure I am
helping those that are a part of the LGBTQ community who are not treated with respect and equality.
Regarding relationships, there are two very important ones that I focus much of my attention on. They are
the relationship with my sister, Nicole, and with my partner, Andy. Finally, my top 2 core personal values
are compassion and ambition.
Basic Level
For my definition of the “good enough” at this level I need to be able to at least supply my body with
food when it needs it. This primarily includes eating out and having fast food as that is typically what is
easiest for me. In terms of shelter, for this level the criteria would be living with my parents to save
money and ensure I have a place to call home. Finally, I would classify 6 hours of sleep as “good
enough.” This is the minimum number of hours I know that I can function properly with.
In terms of my definition of “aspiration” I would really like to be able to be cooking all my meals for
myself to ensure that I am giving my body the healthier options and cutting out excessive fast-food eating.
For shelter, I want to own my own home. This would allow me to feel like I am providing a home for
myself without relying on others. Finally, I would like to get 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep. This truly
would provide my body time to refresh and provide me the energy and focus to get through a busy day.
Looking at each item individually, for food and shelter I am right at “good enough.” I currently supply my
body with food sufficiently but most of the time it is fast food. I also currently live at home with my mom
and siblings. For sleep I am at the “aspiration” level I make sure that I get at least 8 hours of sleep every
night. With all of that in mind I would say for my basic level I am right at “good enough.”
Security Level
For my definition of “good enough” at this level I need to have the skill to be able to defend myself if my
body comes into any physical harm. This would include attending a class to learn how to protect myself
by physically combatting someone trying to harm me. I would also need to ensure that I have health
insurance to satisfy my emotional security. By making sure I have health insurance it would allow me to
mentally know that if something happens, I could afford to go somewhere to get help in terms of my
health and wellbeing.
In terms of my definition of “aspiration” at this level I would like to have the ability to install security
alarms and cameras in my home. By installing this type of technology, I would be able to deter any
threats to my physical security. I would also like to be working for a company that pays me an adequate
amount of money and provides sufficient job security. This would provide me with emotional security in
a psychological sense. If I could obtain a position that paid me at least $100,000 a year and not have to
worry about losing my job, I would be confident in my finances and not have to worry about my cash
flow.
When looking at the aspect of physical security, I am definitely below “good enough.” I don’t have any
knowledge or skill on how to protect myself in a scenario where my physical body was threatened. In
terms of emotional security. I am definitely above “good enough.” I currently work for an organization
that pays me more than the average graphic designer and provides me with health insurance but there is
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still enough room to get to my aspiration of being paid more to provide more financial security. Based off
these two aspects, I would consider myself to be right at the level of “good enough.”
Social Level
For my definition of “good enough” at this level, in terms of romantic relationships, I need to be out
meeting new people and going on dates openly trying to develop a relationship with other men. This
could include having dating profiles to meet people on multiple dating apps. In terms of developing peer
relationships, the bare minimum would include just openly socializing with others that have somewhat of
a mutual appreciation for the things I like and do. This would include having several acquaintances that
provide socialization in different aspects of my life, including work and school. Finally, in terms of
family to achieve “good enough” I would like to at least have a relationship with my siblings where we
enjoy each other‘s presence and can hang out. Something to note for all these aspects, romantic, peer, and
family, is that I wouldn’t form a deep connection with anyone. Everything would be very surface level
which is why I denote them as only “good enough.”
In terms of romantic relationships, to achieve the “aspiration” level I would like to be married to a man
that supports and balances me out in the areas that I struggle. I look forward to having a future marriage
with a partner that isn’t the same person as me but someone that helps me in areas where I lack. For peer
relationships, I would like to have a close group of friends, maybe somewhere between 3-4 others, where
they are interested in the same things as me, like my love for all things Disney. Finally, for my family
relationships I want to have a very close relationship with my siblings where we can all go to each other
in case of crisis and struggle. I would like to have a strong support system within my family, primarily
with my siblings. This would be evident by spending quality time with each other and not just seeing each
