Harmful Self-Esteem. REBT. Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy by the Founder of the Method

Albert Ellis (1913–2007) — the founder of the Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) method, from which the now-popular Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) later developed. He is the author of more than eighty books, including world scientific bestsellers translated into several languages. Posthumously awarded the APA award for outstanding contribution to psychology.

Albert Ellis compares self-esteem to a disease. The habit of constantly evaluating oneself can lead to anxiety, deep dissatisfaction with life, and even depression.

In the book that has already helped millions of readers cope with the burden of self-esteem, Dr. Ellis not only debunks the scientific myth about the significance and benefits of self-evaluation, but also provides exercises to replace self-evaluative thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors with a positive approach to self-acceptance as a foundation for establishing healthy relationships with oneself and others.