MOTIVATIONAL LEVEL 1 = SELF-ACTUALIZATION SKILLS SURVIVAL SKILLS STATEMENT = "I can learn to be mindful about my survival needs by making them an essential top priority in my life!" Self-Talk questions to think through action-oriented personal issues: [1] Am I self-reliant with regard to satisfying my basic physical safety needs? ...................................Always ____ Sometimes ____ Never ____ [2] Do I eat properly and sleep enough for good brain health? ...................................Always ____ Sometimes ____ Never ____ [3] Do I execise properly and regularly for good brain health? ...................................Always ____ Sometimes ____ Never ____ [4] Am I dedicated to providing myself with the proper clothing, shelter, and creature comforts? ...................................Always ____ Sometimes ____ Never ____ [5] Am I free from chronic pain and suffering caused by either anxiety or fear? ...................................Always ____ Sometimes ____ Never ____ Planning for the future by using the "SMART" formula for creating plans to achieve personal goals and feel successful: S = Specific goals M = Measurable goals A = Achievable plans R = Realistic plans T = Time-Limited plans SELF-TALK comments about making plans to survive until old age: "I will always remember to be mindful as I make my survival plans in the context of the SMART RULES for achieving my personal goals." Return to: Maslow User-Interface Motivational Chart