Editing Maslow's hierarchy of needs (section)

=== Esteem needs ===
Esteem is the respect, and admiration of a person, but also "self-respect and respect from others".<ref name="MJC" /> Most people need stable esteem, meaning that which is soundly based on real capacity or achievement. Maslow noted two versions of esteem needs. The "lower" version of esteem is the need for respect from others and may include a need for status, recognition, fame, prestige, and attention. The "higher" version of esteem is the need for self-respect, and can include a need for strength, competence,{{sfn|Deckers|2018}} mastery, [[self-confidence]], independence, and freedom. This "higher" version takes guidelines, the "hierarchies are interrelated rather than sharply separated".{{sfn|Maslow|1954}} This means that esteem and the subsequent levels are not strictly separated; instead, the levels are closely related.

Esteem comes from day-to-day experiences which provide a learning opportunity that allows us to discover ourselves. This is incredibly important for children, which is why giving them "the opportunity to discover they are competent and capable learners"<ref name="MJC" /> is crucial. To boost this, adults must provide opportunities for children to have successful and positive experiences to give children a greater "sense of self".<ref name="MJC" /> Adults, especially parents and educators must create and ensure an environment for children that is supportive and provides them with opportunities that "helps children see themselves as respectable, capable individuals". It can also be found that "Maslow indicated that the need for respect or reputation is most important for children&nbsp;... and precedes real self-esteem or dignity",{{sfn|McLeod|2021}} which reflects the two aspects of esteem: for oneself and others.