The following list of needs is in part inspired by this list which is on the Center for Nonviolent Communication web-site.
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Physical Survival
air
nutrition
food
waste
water
sleep
shelter
movement
safety
chemical balance
sexual expression
rest
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Nurturance
touch
closeness
physical affection
sensitivity
warmth
relaxation
tenderness
caring
bonding
comfort
love
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Autonomy
freedom
space
independence
will
choice
fortitude
individuality
stamina
self-empowerment
options
solitude
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Mental
stimulation
focus
clarity / to understand
comprehension
discernment
information
memory
awareness
belief
reflection
discrimination
perspective
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Self-Expression
creativity
to be heard
growth
speaking
healing
singing
learning / mastery
meaning
teaching
to create / generate
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Integrity
self-worth
centeredness
authenticity
identity
self-respect
composure
purpose
conviction
vision / dreams
direction
honesty
dignity
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Celebration of Life
aliveness
ecstasy
pleasure
delight
accomplishment
stimulation
excitement
dance
humor
passion
intensity
play
to celebrate losses:
mourning loved ones,
dreams unfulfilled, etc.
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Spiritual
beauty / aesthetic
bliss
harmony / peace
self-awareness
order
serenity
grace
faith
inspiration
hope
being / beingness
higher purpose
transcendence
communion
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Interdependence / Social
acceptance
empathy
companionship
appreciation
cooperation
belonging
contribution to others
acknowledgement
community
reassurance
group identity
connection
respect
communication
consideration
support
honesty from others
emotional freedom
being trusted
emotional safety
understanding
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