This is a very good book for people seeking self-help, and also for mental health professionals to work through with their clients in psychotherapy. His ten "life laws" in particular, are resoundingly true, in my opinion and will provide basic understanding of what approaches to life's problems work, and what doesn't work. As a professional therapist and academic writer, I find that these Life Laws are useful, well thought out, and presented in an interesting, non-psychobable manner. The only drawback is that Dr. McGraw's narcissism shows a little at times - he is very certain that he is "right" and other approaches to building self esteem and healthy interpersonal relationships are not valid. It was well worth the read.