Balancing Security and Risk for Psychological Needs

Finding the right balance between security and risk is crucial for meeting people's psychological needs. Overdoing security can lead to excessive control and surveillance, symbolized by individuals dressed like Robocop and drones monitoring citizens. Conversely, excessive risk-taking can result in chaotic environments like the financial markets or Waffle House. Society's structure affects people's ability to fulfill their 14 needs of the soul, as highlighted by Simone Vay. Essential societal guarantees like food, water, and shelter are vital for preventing populations from suffering. However, Simone Vay emphasizes the overlooked necessity of 'roots,' which she believes society fails to provide, actively undermining this crucial need for stability and connection.