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“Some people have a view of self and of the universe that obliges them to struggle for happiness, to yearn for happiness-"some time in the future"-perhaps next year or the year after that. But not now. Not at this moment. Not here. Here and now is too terrifyingly close, too terrifyingly immediate. They suffer from happiness anxiety.”

Quote by Nathaniel Branden

Book:Nathaniel Brandens Self-Esteem Every Day: Reflections on Self-Esteem and Spirituality

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Nathaniel Brandens Self-Esteem Every Day: Reflections on Self-Esteem and Spirituality

This book provides daily insights and reflections on the concepts of self-esteem and spirituality, offering readers a contemplative approach to personal growth and well-being. more

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Nathaniel Branden

Nathaniel Branden was a renowned psychotherapist and author, best known for his contributions to the fields of personal growth and self-actualization. His work has had a profound impact on modern psychology, particularly in the areas of self-psychology and emotional intelligence. more

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