Productive achievement is a consequence and an expression of health and self-esteem, not its cause. – Nathaniel Branden
For the rational, psychologically healthy man, the desire for pleasure is the desire to celebrate his control over reality. For the neurotic, the desire for pleasure is the desire to escape from reality. – 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
The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance. – Nathaniel Branden
It is important for women to have a choice, to have an opportunity to plan their families, because if they dont, the Republicans have said this is an ownership society. You are on your own, and theyre going to begrudge that child everything, from WIC to a Pell Grant to health insurance. – Gwen Moore