b"Chapter 1 Motivation is a powerful energy that determines the way we work, the vigor with which we approach our lives, and a greater sense of purpose derived from what we do. Motivation is, in short, the incentive we need to wake up in the morning, get dressed and get to work.To help us understand what the motivation for success is, we must first focus on the basic needs of life and the exploration of self through, the will to achieve.Once you have a good understanding of basic needs and their hierarchy, you will be better able to motivate yourself while avoiding unrealistic expectations with an action plan that will need to consider the passion and vocation.THE NEEDS OF LIFETo do this, let's look at Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory. Abraham Maslow was a mid-20 th -century American psychologist working in the field of humanistic psychology,whointroducedtheconceptofself-realization,highlightingour innate need for fulfillment.According to Maslow's theory, an individual begins by focusing on the lower order needs of physiology and safety. 42Germain Decelles"