Many of us are perplexed by the continuing struggle to raise
self-esteem. We find it difficult for us to improve even when
motivated to do so. We've tried one way to change after another
only to find effectiveness fade or enthusiasm wane. Emotional
pain leads us to yearn for change, but change creates a confusion
we fear. Our life experience has been a repeated avoidance
of the daily stressful events we need to face. Instead, we
have buried our energy in addiction and other harmful or self-defeating
habits. A more durable and positive self-esteem seems just
out of reach for want of knowing how to pursue it.
Pathways To Lasting Self-Esteem is the book
for you if you want to raise your self-esteem. It acknowledges
the tenacity of low self-esteem, yet affirms that much can
be done to raise it. By responding to the question, "What
should I do?" the book helps you begin. Pathways to lasting
self-esteem provides practical guidance in a skill-oriented
pathway for the journey. It follows a stepwise approach involving
four levels of development beyond low self-esteem. It features
distinct dilemmas, goals, tasks, and skills for each level.
The book provides an accessible way to reduce the confusion
by suggesting a menu of concrete actions. It offers hope to
counter despair, and safe options to offset fear. Though designed
as a self-help tool, it can also be used to accompany psychotherapy
and twelve-step group recovery experiences.
