 Human Respect Layer 
This layer is the horizontal layer that runs across the base of the
pyramid. This layer illustrates a common (practical) method of
manifesting respect - Human Respect. This mode of respect is rooted in
each of the two basic kinds of respect: recognition respect, associated
with our ability to recognize the essence of human dignity in ourselves
and in others; and appraisal respect, associated with our capability to
evaluate certain qualities and attributes about ourselves and about
other people.
The main factors that drive this mode of manifesting respect are a person's degree of self-respect and a person's personal value system. 
This layer is the horizontal layer that runs across the middle part of
the pyramid. This layer illustrates a common (practical) method of
manifesting respect - Positional Respect. This mode of respect is rooted
in one of the two basic kinds of respect: recognition respect,
associated with our ability to recognize an important role or position
of relative importance that someone holds.
The main factors that drive this mode of manifesting respect are authority, power, influence and status. 
This layer is the horizontal layer that runs across the top of the
pyramid. This layer illustrates a common (practical) method of
manifesting respect - Earned Respect. This mode of respect is rooted
in one of the two basic kinds of respect: appraisal respect, associated
with our inherent and developed ability to assess and evaluate certain
attributes about other people.
The main factors that drive this mode of manifesting respect are a person's appearance (dress presentation and hygiene), speech (what is said), action (what is done), association (circle of relationships), circumstance (past and present), and principles (beliefs). 
The base appears directly below the pyramid. This region illustrates
the six key factors that forge a person's (personal) value system at a
very young age. The presence and the degree of each factor contributes
to a person's unique psychological system for recognizing and evaluating
people and things around us as well as matters of importance. As a
person grows and matures, one's environment and life experiences
continue to reshape this value system over time.
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