When taken to extremes, collectivistic values might lead to undesirable consequences, such as

a. an incomplete awareness of all parts of ourselves, which prevents self-actualization
b. excessive feelings of intrinsic worth and unrealistic expectations of success c. excessive dependence on others' approval to maintain self­esteem
d. needlessly encouraging unrestrained greed and the exploitation of others e. needlessly limiting creativity, innovation, and personal initiative

e