Nathaniel Branden
What’s inside
The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem by Nathaniel Branden is a seminal work in the psychological field, focusing on the importance of self-esteem for a healthy life. Branden outlines six practices that are fundamental for the nurturing and sustaining of self-esteem: living consciously, self-acceptance, self-responsibility, self-assertiveness, living purposefully, and personal integrity. Each pillar is thoroughly discussed, providing readers with practical guidance on how to integrate them into daily life to improve their self-esteem and overall well-being.
You’ll Learn
- Improves understanding of what self-esteem really entails
- Offers practical strategies for enhancing self-esteem
- Encourages personal responsibility and self-awareness
- Provides a framework for leading a purposeful and authentic life
Key Points
- The Role of Self-Esteem in Personal Health
- Living Consciously as a Foundation for Self-Respect
- Self-Acceptance is Essential for Self-Esteem
- The Importance of Self-Responsibility
- Self-Assertiveness and Its Role in Personal Growth
- Living Purposefully for Sustaining Self-Esteem
- Personal Integrity as a Pillar of Self-Esteem
Who’s it For
- Psychology enthusiasts
- Self-help readers
- Individuals seeking personal growth
- Therapists and counselors
- People struggling with self-esteem issues
About the author
Nathaniel Branden was a Canadian-American psychotherapist and writer known for his work in the psychology of self-esteem. A former associate of Ayn Rand, Branden played a prominent role in the 1960s in promoting Rand’s philosophy, Objectivism. Later, he focused on developing his own theories on self-esteem and personal development.