Core Needs List

These are possible Personal Core Needs that you must get met to feel whole and well:

freedom / independence

acknowledged / honoured / praised

variety / spontaneity / uncertainty

expansion / growth / learning

inspiration / stimulation / discovery

creativity

contribution / impact / make a difference

order / consistency / perfection

power / authority / influence

accomplishment / achievement / victory

valued / significance / needed / useful / wanted

right / correct / accurate

belonging / community / inclusion

understood / seen / known

peace / balance / harmony

fun / play / humour

safety / security / certainty

space / solitude / quiet

connection / love

intimacy / affection / closeness

sexual expression

universal: touch

universal: movement / exercise

universal: rest / sleep

universal subsistence: air / shelter / food / water

 

Besides the universal subsistence needs (air / shelter / food / water), we each have a unique set of personal core needs.

Begin by selecting 15 needs from the list, then narrow down to 10, then down to 5 to identify your Top Core Needs.

If you’d like to learn how to work with your needs to create the most fulfilling and healthy life, consider booking a Chemistry Call with Sue here.

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