Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs offers a helpful framework for beginning to understand human motivation. This theory emphasises that needs often tend to be met step by step. Research suggests that whilst the sequence proposed by Maslow is not invariant, it has value in distinguishing different kinds and levels of need. At the base of Maslow’s hierarchy are our physiological needs: food, water, rest, and shelter. These are the essentials that sustain life. Once secured, we naturally seek safety, yearning for stability, protection, and health. From there, he argues, our hearts may turn to love and belonging, as relationships, community, and connection nourish our spirit. With connection established, we may strive for esteem, developing confidence, purpose, and self-respect. These foundations open the door to self-actualisation, the pursuit of personal growth, creativity, and becoming our fullest selves. Later, Maslow recognised an even higher level, transcendence, where fulfilment comes not only from personal growth but also from helping others flourish, contributing to something larger than ourselves, and for many trusting in a Higher Power. In Christian psychology, a personal and experiential relationship with God is seen as foundational for personal growth and wellbeing, both in this life and beyond the grave. Maslow’s model highlights the deep interconnection between basic survival, emotional wellbeing, and spiritual purpose, showing that health is not merely the absence of illness but the presence of balance, meaning, and vitality. By embracing the principles expressed in this hierarchy, we gain a roadmap for nurturing both individual wellness and a more compassionate, thriving society.