Do you know what your three primary needs are? Our needs shape our lives, for we seek to satisfy them. They motivate us and in many ways define us. In the Michael Teachings there are nine basic human needs. Each of us choose three primary needs for our lifetime. Understanding our needs allows us to create a life that balances or fills our needs, rather than create conflict with them. For instance, a person with a need for security will not feel safe as a penniless artist or inventor. A person with a need for security will fill that need and be happiest working at a job that offers good benefits, or a field that offers many options. They will choose a partner who is stable and makes them feel safe and comfortable, rather than one who is spontaneous and adventuresome. Discovering my three basic needs explained so much of my life to me. With two of my needs being adventure and freedom I now understand my dislike of rules and need to live “out of the box.” It explains my love of travel and new experiences. I understand how I can commit deeply, be fiercely loyal, and yet need space to be my own person……need the freedom to be me…..and since security isn’t high on my list I have the ability to give that same freedom back to others. With my primary needs I would not be a good match for someone with a primary need of security. You see how it works? So much understanding can come from uncovering your needs. It will help you accept yourself and, in the future, create your life with them in mind. It will also help you be more accepting of others, because understanding your needs will allow you to see that other people have needs different from yours. The nine needs are security, adventure, freedom, expression, power, exchange, acceptance, communion, and expansion. We are often able to pick out our primary needs simply by understanding the basic characteristics of each one. To learn more about the Michael Teachings and the Nine Needs read the Michael Teachings article under “Features.” Also, go to Links (top of page) and under General Interest click on “Michael Teachings.” I teach classes on the Michael System and will be scheduling classes in Traverse City and Cincinnati in the fall. I will post the information on the “calendar.” Also, feel free to contact me with questions or to receive information on obtaining your own personal Michael System chart.
