Humans have needs. What are they? Let’s explore.

Sources: Non-Violent Communication Book

Autonomy

• Choosing dreams/goals/values
• Choosing plans for fulfilling one’s dreams, goals, values

Safety

Celebration

• Celebrating the creation of life and dreams fulfilled
• Celebrating losses: loved ones, dreams, etc. (mourning)

Integrity: Authenticity, Creativity, Meaning, Self-worth

Interdependence: Acceptance, appreciation, closeness, community, consideration, contribution to the enrichment of life, emotional safety, empathy, Honesty (the empowering honesty that enables us to learn from our limitations), love, reassurance, respect, support, trust, understanding

Physical Nurturance

• Air
• Food
• Movement, exercise
• Protection from life-threatening forms of life: viruses, bacteria, insects, predatory animals
• Rest
• Sexual Expression
• Shelter
• Touch
• Water

Play: Fun, Laughter

Spiritual Communication: Beauty, Harmony, Inspiration, Order, Peace