In The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem Nathaniel Branden presents the culminating achievement of a lifetime of clinical practice and research.In this penetrating and provocative program he conclusively demonstrates the importance of self-esteem in our quest for psychological health, personal achievement, and positive relationships. Yet how do we gain true self-esteem?Dr. Branden introduces the six pillars of self-esteem-six action-based practices for daily living.Here for the first time are simple but powerful exercises for increasing personal awareness and effectiveness.Exploring the importance of self-esteem in the workplace, parenting, education, psychotherapy, and society, Dr. Branden provides guidelines for those responsible for fostering self-esteem in others-and shows why a culture of self-esteem is imperative for survival in the twenty-first century.Immense in scope and vision and filled with brilliant insights into human nature, The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem is the ultimate work on the psychology of self-esteem.