Lately, Seth is frustrated at work because he feels he isn't recognized for his on-the-job accomplishments. He earns a decent salary and is on friendly terms with the other employees in his department. According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, Seth will have a desire to satisfy his self-esteem needs before his self-actualization needs.

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Because Seth earns a decent salary, he should be able to meet physiological and safety needs, which are basic survival needs, and he is accepted at work by others in his department, satisfying social needs. However, since he is frustrated by a lack of recognition and appreciation, he appears to be motivated by the desire to meet his esteem needs, which reflect the desire to be acknowledged and respected by others.

Lately, Seth Is Frustrated at Work Because He Feels He