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
cuddling
physical affection
sensitivity
warmth
relaxation
tenderness
caring
bonding
comfort
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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
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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
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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
warmth
appreciation
intimacy
belonging
contribution to others
closeness
love
acknowledgment
community
reassurance
group identity
connection
respect
communication
consideration
support
honesty from others
emotional freedom
being trusted
emotional safety
understanding
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