How to be human

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If you are reading this article, and also still have a hard time imagining how to be human, then there is a high probability that you are an alien or some kind of superintelligent creature who managed to escape from the research laboratory. In any case, in this article you will find a detailed description of how to be human, from basic needs to abstract human aspirations. The article is based on the ideas of Abraham Maslow, a psychologist and a real person himself, expressed in a hierarchy of needs known as Maslow's pyramid.

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1 Satisfy basic physical needs. Human beings cannot live in a vacuum. Satisfying physical needs is simply necessary to avoid death. They form the basis of the pyramid, without their satisfaction, the transition to the next steps is impossible. The minimum list of these needs is as follows:
- Inhale oxygen. The most important physical need of a person is to constantly inhale oxygenated air.The maximum time a person can survive without oxygen is 20 minutes; most people will last much less time.
- Eat food and drink water. People eat in order to receive energy and vital nutrients necessary for the implementation of all internal processes in the body. Every day, the human body must receive the necessary set of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, as well as vitamins and minerals. Human beings also drink water, as it is vital for most of the internal processes in the body. The exact amount of water and food that a person needs to consume on a daily basis depends on their physical parameters and level of physical activity.
- Sleep. People still do not know exactly why they need sleep, but at the same time they perfectly understand that without it normal brain and body function is impossible. A healthy night's sleep should last 7-8 hours.
- Maintain homeostasis. People need to protect their bodies from harmful external influences. There are many forms of this protection, such as wearing cold-protection clothing, suturing wounds, and more.
2 Ensure your own safety. Once basic needs are met, the next step is personal safety. For a normal life, a person should not think about the possible onset of death or hunger, since such thoughts will cancel out all attempts to move to the next steps of the pyramid. We offer you several ways to ensure your safety as a human being:
- Avoid the danger. Try not to be in places or get into situations that could cause you physical harm. Injuries have negative health effects and can even lead to death.
- Buy or build a home. People need a place to live where they can hide from the elements. It should have at least four walls and a place to sleep.
- Find a source of income. Most people on the planet use money. They can be exchanged for goods and services, including food, clothing, and housing. Most people end up taking jobs to ensure a constant replenishment of funds.
3 Build relationships with other people. The famous man Aristotle has a famous saying: “Man is by nature a social animal; an individual who is naturally asocial and does not behave like that on purpose, is either unworthy of our attention, or more than a person. " Throughout your life, you will encounter people. With some of them you will be fine - they are called "friends". Some will be sexually attractive - they are "loved ones." A life lived alone is not a fulfilling life. Therefore, spend time building friendships and romantic relationships, then your life will become richer and richer emotionally.
- To maintain friendships, you need to constantly spend time with friends. Dine with them. Talk about sports. Keep in touch with your friends: provide help if they need it, and then they will gladly come to your rescue.
- Most romantic relationships begin with a date. We can invite you to read a series of articles on this topic that may help you.
4 Build your self-esteem. People are more comfortable when they feel valuable and needed, and also know that others think so of them. It is much easier to start respecting yourself if you are successful in any area. The people around you will also start to respect you for it. Try to be successful, for example, in work or other areas of your life (it might even be a hobby). Be confident in your abilities. Respect those who respect you.
- Friendships and romance can help boost your self-esteem and lift your mood when you're sad, but you need to focus on working on yourself.Your self-esteem should not completely depend on the opinions of the people around you.
5 Appreciate your existence. When a person develops good relationships with friends and family, normal self-esteem, and a sense of security, he begins to wonder: why are we here? Different people understand the meaning of life differently. Many obey some set of moral principles, others develop their own. Some try to express their inner world through creativity. Others try to comprehend the secrets of the universe through science and philosophy. There is no absolutely sure way to make your existence meaningful, but here are some possible options:
- Become a follower of any existing (or invent your own) religion.
- Come up with something new in your professional field.
- Get to know and take care of nature.
- Whichever path you choose, leave your mark on history. Make the planet a little better for those who come after you, even if your contribution is small.
6 Learn to love and be loved. It is difficult to answer unequivocally what love is. In the Meriam-Webster dictionary, love is defined as a feeling of strong affection, loyalty, devotion, and desire for physical intimacy with another person. Most people believe that loving and being loved is the most important thing in a person's life. People have families, have children, so they can love someone from their very birth to their death. There is no one-size-fits-all advice on how to live a happy, loving life. You can only listen to your heart and appreciate love as a mystical and inexplicable highest manifestation of humanity.