The greatest barrier to achievement and success is not lack of talent or ability but rather the feeling that achievement and success, above a certain level, are outside our self-concept-our image of who we are and what is appropriate to us.

One of the most significant characteristics of healthy self esteem is that it is the state of one who is not at war either with himself or with others.

The reputation you have with yourself - your self-esteem - is the single most important factor for a fulfilling life.

Self-respecting men and women think about the consequences of their actions-and are willing to take responsibility for them.

Whether in the workplace or in personal relationships, success belongs to those who are willing to take responsibility for attaining their desires-those who respond to life actively rather than passively.

If you bring five percent more awareness to your work tomorrow, or to your most important relationship, what might you do differently? Are you willing to find out?

The greater a child’s terror, and the earlier it is experienced, the harder it becomes to develop a strong and healthy sense of self.