Joan presents a speech about the importance of excercising regularly for a sexier, slimmer appearance. Which of Maslow's needs is Joan's speech focused on?

a. Safety needs

b. Self-actualization needs

c. Physiological needs

d. Esteem needs

e. Peripheral needs

D). Esteem needs.

Explanation:

The human beings possess a plenty of needs not mere for their survival but to stand them apart from the other beings (through their behavior) and present themselves impactfully.

As per the given description, Joan's speech is focused towards the 'esteem needs' in Maslow's ranking/order of needs. It is described as the inner human needs like emotions and self-regard that rely upon the external components. These needs are required for developing dignity, self-assurance, confidence, and self-esteem in an individual. Joan's speech is inclined towards eliciting the emotional aspect of the audience to develop these attributes in themselves. Thus, option D is the correct answer.