Section 1-1 Planning Your Future 9
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You did not possess values at birth; they developed over time.
All the experiences in your lifetime have contributed to your values.
Your future experiences will also affect your values. Some values
will become more important to you, while others will become less
important. Your set of values will never be fi nal. They will change just
as you change.
Factors Aff ecting Your Values
Many factors infl uence the development of your values.
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Relationships with parents and other adults. Your fi rst basic values
were learned from the people who cared for you as a young child—
parents, family members, babysitters, and teachers. Children imitate
people they admire.
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Relationships with friends. The people you meet, especially your
friends and peers, infl uence what you consider important. (Your
peers are other people in your age group.)
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Relationship with children. When people have children, their values
often change. Being fi nancially secure and having nearby schools
for their children may take on new importance. Older adults may
value living near their grown children and spending time with
grandchildren.
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According to Maslow,
physical needs must be
met before meeting other
needs.
Maslow’s Theory
of Human Needs
Self-Actualization
Being self-aware and
interested in fulfilling potential
Esteem
Need to be liked and respected
Social Needs
Need for love, support, acceptance, and friendship
Safety and Security
Need to feel safe in surroundings
Physical Needs
Need for air, water, food, clothing, shelter