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We are driven by five genetic needs: survival, love and belonging, power, freedom, and fun
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"We are driven by five genetic needs: survival, love and belonging, power, freedom, and fun"

- William Glasser

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This quote by William Glasser recommends that humans are driven by five core needs. These needs are survival, love and belonging, power, flexibility, and fun. Survival is the most standard need, as it is required for us to survive. Love and belonging is the need to feel linked to others and to be accepted. Power is the need to feel in control of our lives and to have influence over our environment. Flexibility is the requirement to be able to make our own choices and to be independent. Lastly, enjoyable is the need to enjoy life and to experience pleasure. These five needs are vital for us to lead a fulfilling life.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by William Glasser. He/she was a famous Psychologist from USA. The author also have 33 other quotes.

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