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by Nathaniel Branden (Author) "The greatest evil that can befall man is that he should come to think ill of himself," wrote Goethe..." (more)
Key Phrases: metaphysical efficacy, disowned self, likely translation, Ayn Rand, Answer Book, The Romantic Love Question (more...)
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"Tell me how a person judges his or her self-esteem," says pioneering psychologist Nathaniel Branden, "and I will tell you how that person operates at work, in love, in sex, in parenting, in every important aspect of existence--and how high he or she is likely to rise.  The reputation you have with yourself--your self-esteem--is the single most important factor for a fulfilling life."



How to grow in self-confidence and self-respect.



How to nurture self-esteem in children.



How to break free of guilt and fear of others' disapproval.



How to honor the self--the ethics of rational self-interest.

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"Tell me how a person judges his or her self-esteem," says pioneering psychologist Nathaniel Branden, "and I will tell you how that person operates at work, in love, in sex, in parenting, in every important aspect of existence--and how high he or she is likely to rise. The reputation you have with yourself--your self-esteem--is the single most important factor for a fulfilling life."

How to grow in self-confidence and self-respect.

How to nurture self-esteem in children.

How to break free of guilt and fear of others' disapproval.

How to honor the self--the ethics of rational self-interest.

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  • Mass Market Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Bantam (August 1, 1985)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0553268147
  • ISBN-13: 978-0553268140
  • Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #30,581 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Pinnacle in Psychology, June 18, 2001
By J. Istre (Indianapolis, Indiana) - See all my reviews
This is one of Branden's masterpieces. A truly profound work in his field. Branden's insights hinge on knowing ourselves. Although this somewhat Delphic oracle sounds simple, Branden develops it very well. The book delves into the way we see ourselves and seeks to get to the root of the word 'self.' When we are alone at 4:00 in the morning and no one else is around - our real, naked, self - the question of who we are and how we see ourselves can begin to be answered.

One of the most profound insights is that some of our seemingly hard-to-solve personal problems with our 'self' can be traced to an undeveloped self within our psyche such as our 'child self.' In our development as a child, for example, if we did not go though completely a natural cycle of development, or if a piece of the development is missing, that particular self may be crying to be completed within us. To get to the root of some of our problems we have to peer into these undeveloped selves and try to reconstruct why it was undeveloped and attempt to relive the event(s) to compensate for the loss in development. Sometimes it is like trying to peel away the layers of an onion - getting to the root of a psychological effect - but the effort is well worth it. I can testify from personal applications of Branden's approach.

This is very well written, rational, easy to read, and based on sound practice from Branden's clinical career.

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5.0 out of 5 stars It will change your life!, December 23, 1998
By Holly Davis "hollydavis" (Bountiful, Utah USA) - See all my reviews
Two sections are absolutely incredible in this book-- that of "Rational Self-Interest" and "Death Anxiety". Dr. Branden uses REASON as his perfect way to convey his ideas. He is the first author in this area, that does not look at self-esteem as if it is something by itself that you "work on". Instead, he reveals what it really is, and how it comes about from REAL choices and actions; thus, it is based in reality. Dr. Branden's books are rare to me in that I read them almost continually; while other books are useful and good, I would put them on my shelf and re-read them only occassionally. I am ALWAYS reading at least one of Branden's books at any time, continually.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Every human should read this book, October 20, 2003
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I can't say enough about how reading this book changed my life.
I have read several of Branden's other books as well as his audio tapes (which I also highly recommend). Without overdoing the hyperbole, this book has been the single most important positive phenomenon in my life. I have read MANY self-help books, but none have given me more access to myself or allowed me to liberate myself more.
The writing is dense, but never overwhelming. Sometimes a single paragraph would occupy my mind for hours as 'the lights would come on'. Branden is brilliant. I have read the book 3 times over the past 2 years and have bought about a dozen copies (even in Spanish) for friends.
He has some fairly strong thoughts regarding some religions that might put some people on the defensive, but there is truth in what he says.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Potent, Illuminating book.
Dr. Nathaniel Branden, in Honoring the Self, does repeat many of the ideas of his past books - his definition of self-esteem (a term which many people misunderstand) and how to... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Joshua

5.0 out of 5 stars The most important book I have ever read
I've probably read over 500 books on science, philosophy, self improvement, and other subjects but this is the most beneficial and practical book of them all.
Published 9 months ago by Mr. Mango

1.0 out of 5 stars Baffled by positive reviews
I struggled to get through the first 50 pages of this book before giving up. The writer may have good ideas, but his writing style is not for the average reader. Read more
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1.0 out of 5 stars Philosophy...Yes; Psychology...No
Philosophy...yes; Psychology...No. From reading the reviews I thought this would give good advice for raising self-esteem. What a disapointment!
Published 17 months ago by Linda S. Walker

5.0 out of 5 stars Groundbreaking book on self-esteem!
Honoring the Self contends that self-esteem is the single most important factor for a fulfilling life. Read more
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Wow..I've only read half of this book and I find it amazing how accurate it is in analyzing my psyche, and I'm sure lots of other people's also. Read more
Published 24 months ago by P. Cheng

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This book not by any means "easy reading" but it does contain vital truths that have the ability to change your life. I always go back to it to use as a resource.
Published on March 11, 2007 by Femalefeline Xoch

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After only getting through half of Branden's book, I literally wept and felt as if I weight I had been carrying around for years had suddenly been lifted from my shoulders. Read more
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Oh, where do I start... Life has so many layers and we are so blind to most of them as long as we refuse to see through those layers on the surface. Read more
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