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Abraham Maslow's Characteristics of Self-Actualizing People

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Abraham Maslow's Characteristics of Self-Actualizing People -> Keen sense of reality - aware of real situations - objective judgement, rather than subjective -> See problems in terms of challenges & situations requiring solutions, rather than see problems as personal complaints or excuses -> Need for privacy & comfortable being alone -> Reliant on own experiences & judgement - independent - not r eliant on culture & environment to form opinions & views -> Not susceptible to social pressures - non-conformist -> Democratic, fair & non-discriminating - embracing & enjoying all cultures, races & individual styles -> Socially compassionate - possessing humanity -> Accepting others as they are & not trying to change people -> Comfortable with oneself - despite any unconventional tendencies -> A few close intimate friends rather than many superficial relationships -> Sense of humour directed at oneself or