needs list

warrior woman (Jan '13)

The image is one of my chalk pastel drawings I started to create when I discovered NVC practice in 2011. When i deeply connect to what my needs are I am connected to life and from there an innate creativity arises to be expressed.

What do you need to lead a happy life?

PHYSICAL WELLBEING

Sustenance

Sexual expression

Protection

Rest

Touch

Food/Water

Breathe

MEANING

Concentration

Faithfulness

Success

Hope

Clarity

Efficiency

Creativity

Competence

Oneness

Purpose

Mourning

Celebration

Equanimity

Congruency

Celebration

Contribution

Understanding

Awareness

Sustainability

Participation

Nothingness

Movement

CONNECTION

Self-care

Trust

Self-love

Love

Empathy

Support

Inclusion

Nurturance

To be gotten

To know I matter

Focus

Mutuality

To be heard

To have your intentions seen

Compassion

Reciprocity

Shared reality

Appreciation

Open-heartedness

Connection to source

Self-compassion

Self-connection

Consideration

Partnership

Acceptance

Safety

Confluence

Listening

Intimacy

Affection

Friendship

Respect

Belonging

Kindness

Gratitude

PLAY & FUN

Adventure

Levity

Joy

HONESTY

Presence

Authenticity

Integrity

AUTONOMY

Power with

Empowerment

Space

Choice

Freedom

PEACE

Grace

Harmony

Predictability

Balance

Flexibility

Order

Inspiration

Equality

Ease

Security

Beauty