"They live more in the real world of nature than in the man-made mass of concepts, abstractions, expectations, beliefs, and stereotypes that most people confuse with the world. They are therefore far more apt to perceive what is there rather than their own wishes, hopes, fears, anxieties, their own theories and beliefs, or those of their cultural group." - Maslow
This way of being affords them to
have a heighten abilities for interpreting and knowing what is genuine. They are able to be more logical,
well-organized, and resourceful in their dealings with the world around them.
This understanding on reality allows the
self-actualized person to feel less vulnerable when dealing with the unknown
and uncertainties. As a matter of fact,
they welcome what mystifies most people. This quote by explains this quality beautifully,
However, this does not mean that the Self-Actualizer does not experience the discomfort of the unexplained, uncertain and unknown. The way they handle uneasiness,
“...which is for most a torture, can be for some self-actualizers a pleasantly stimulating challenge, a high spot in life rather than a low.” - Maslow
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