Bjj Maslow Pyramide

Psycologist Abraham Harold Maslow (April 1, 1908 – June 8, 1970) in his paper “A Theory of Human Motivation” developed the idea of self-actualization and the hierarchy of human needs. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is represented by a pyramid consisting of five levels: the four lower levels are the “deficiency needs,” which are physiological and the top level representing “growth needs” that are associated with psychological needs. The lower the level, the more importance it is: deficiency needs must be met first. The higher needs or levels in this hierarchy can only be focused upon or achieved when the lower needs/levels in the pyramid are met. Once an individual has moved upwards to the next level, needs in the lower level will no longer be prioritized. For example, if you are struggling to manage to put food in your table or pay rent, the idea of having a functional relationship will not be crossing your mind anytime soon. This theory can expalain why Bjj players are totally addicted to the need of rolling.

• A Theory of Human Motivation, original 1943 article by Maslow.