Core Emotional Needs

(other needs stem from these)

Connection

Consistency

Significance

Variety

Contribution

Growth and learning

Connection

Affection

Appreciation

Attention

Closeness

Companionship

Contact

Harmony

Intimacy

Love

Nurture

Sexual expression

Tenderness

Warmth

Play / Leisure

Fun

Humour

Joy

Pleasure

Rejuvenation

Relaxation

Aliveness

Celebration

Communion

Faith

Flow

Hope

Peace

Consistency and Security

Emotional safety

Peace of mind ,

Physical safety - Air, Food, Health, Light, Movement, Rest, Shelter, Touch, Water

Protection

Stability

Significance - To Matter

Acceptance

Acknowledgement

Care

Compassion

Consideration

Empathy

Recognition

Respect

To be heard

To be seen

Trust

Understanding

Variety and Freedom

Autonomy

Choice

Ease

Independence

Responsibility

Space

Mystery

Contribution and Community

Belonging

Communication

Cooperation

Equality

Inclusion

Mutuality

Participation

Partnership

Self-expression

Sharing

Support Tolerance

Integration

Purpose

Learning, understanding and Growth

Awareness and Consciousness

Clarity

Discovery

Learning

Stimulation

Challenge

Exploration

Creativity

Inspiration

Learning and growth within ourselves

Agency

Authenticity

Competence

Dignity

Effectiveness

Empowerment

Healing

Honesty

Integrity

Mattering to myself - Self-acceptance , Self-care , Self-realisation, knowing I’m enough

Presence

Ref:NVC