It wasn't long enough! Seriously though, the book was well written and interesting, and really nice for people who are maybe middle age and wondering what they've done in life. I really appreciate the notion. There are millions of people all around the country that feel that way. I think its an issue with the media propping up all these people in hollywood as Gods, then you feel like you're not a good person. I think more than this book (and this is why I gave it 4 stars) is that people act as if they are humans struggling with their spirit, when we're spirits trying to be human. When you really get a hold of that idea, you change your outlook. You change your perspective and the little things we worry about don't matter. I'm very happy to have read this book.

As I read reviews on this book several people were bothered by the title. If they read the introduction they understood the rationale for the title. It was initially a ten day program. This book is fantastic in it's effort to allow it's reader to reinvent themselves in a way. It is used in my therapy group and I purchased it on my own so that I could further enhance my understanding of myself. What it has given me is an opportunity. Please don't limit your ideas to the title. It took years to destroy my self esteem. It will not take ten days to restore it. It's a tool not a solution, and a wonderful tool I might add.

Ten Days to Self-esteem offers a powerful new tool that provides hope and healing in ten easy steps. This is a great workbook for people suffering from all types of mental disorders and depression. Written in a remarkably clear and understanding style, this book will help you identify the causes of your mood slumps and develop a more positive outlook on life. The exercises are easy to follow and effective. Dr. Burns asks the reader to put thoughts on paper, then examine them for reasonableness, adjusting where necessary to arrive at a more realistic, optimistic view of life events. This book really helped me look at myself and see how I was in control of my reactions and emotions and I have been able to see how those thoughts consequently control my moods. This is a wonderful book for developing self-esteem. It takes determination, perseverance, and time to change one's attitude, develop new skills, and to become comfortable with a new way of thinking.