Are all positive feelings considered Level 3 values?

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Last updated: 20 Nov, 2019

No. Level 3 answers are akin to what Maslow described as self-actualization.

On the one hand you want to learn the process and on the other hand try not to over-think it. Relax. Ask the questions. Enjoy the conversations.

It’s supposed to be fun – for them and you.

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