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# Hierarchy of Needs

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*Based on the model above, ask yourself the following questions:*

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1. *Which layer consumes most of your time, attention and energy? Why do you think that is and what could you do to change it?*
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2\. *What has been your experience of happiness on the first four levels? Why do you think we continue to invest so much time in these aspects of life?*
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3\. *What does self-actualisation mean to you? From your understanding of the Bhagavad-Gita, how would Krishna define self-actualisation?*
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4\. *What activities would help one become self-actualised?*
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