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.