The Maslow Theory
Believe it or not, Filipinos carry that "never say die" attitude of the PBA legend…Robert Jaworski or the equally popular and the legend himself…Manny Pacquiao who a few hours ago knocked down Diaz. That is Filipino. In times of adversities, we find ways and solution. With the bad economic climate for so long now, majority of the Filipinos opted to work abroad or migrate.
In the 70’s, Saudi Arabia,opened its doors to expatriates to develop their country, from infrastructure,
education, health and economy. There were huge opportunities especially in the
oil refineries. Many Filipinos took the chance and succeeded in the Middle East. It can be said that Filipinos played an
important part to the development of
the oil rich country. In return, many families benefited from the high salaries Saudi Arabiaoffered. Opportunities in the Middle East marked Filipino Diaspora.
As time passed by, the number
of Filipinos leaving the country for job opportunities has increased
tremendously and that usually leads to migration. Filipinos have been well
known as the world’s manpower from domestic helpers, construction workers,
bakers, beauticians, fashion designers, entertainers, engineers, nurses and
even doctors of medicine. Aside from Saudi Arabia, countries in Asia,Europe,Australia and America also accepted Filipino workers.
Aside from practical reasons, have you ever wondered why it’s instinct to Filipinos to go abroad for a living? The Maslow theory reveals - the need to fulfill the basic need is the most significant. Further it states:
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is often depicted as a pyramid consisting
of five levels: the four lower levels are grouped together as being
associated with Physiological needs, while the top level is termed
growth needs associated with psychological needs. Deficiency needs must
be met first. Once these are met, seeking to satisfy growth needs
drives personal growth. The higher needs in this hierarchy only come
into focus when the lower needs in the pyramid are satisfied. Once an
individual has moved upwards to the next level, needs in the lower
level will no longer be prioritized. If a lower set of needs is no
longer being met, the individual will temporarily re-prioritize those
needs by focusing attention on the unfulfilled needs, but will not
permanently regress to the lower level . For instance, a businessman at
the esteem level who is diagnosed with cancer will spend a great deal
of time concentrating on his health (physiological needs), but will
continue to value his work performance (esteem needs) and will likely
return to work during periods of remission.
