A woman in love will do almost anything for a man, except give up the desire to improve him.
Nathaniel Branden

In a world in which the total of human knowledge is doubling about every ten years, our security can rest only on our ability to learn.
Nathaniel Branden

Live with integrity, respect the rights of other people, and follow your own bliss.
Nathaniel Branden

Productive achievement is a consequence and an expression of health and self-esteem, not its cause.
Nathaniel Branden

Self esteem is the reputation we acquire with ourselves.
Nathaniel Branden

The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance.
Nathaniel Branden

There is overwhelming evidence that the higher the level of self-esteem, the more likely one will be to treat others with respect, kindness, and generosity.
Nathaniel Branden