“You have a healthy self-esteem if: You have a sense of humor. –You are open to new ideas and experiences. –You project an attitude of flexibility and inventiveness. –You preserve harmony and dignity under stress. –You speak and move with ease and spontaneity. –You are comfortable giving and receiving compliments and affection. –You can speak honestly about accomplishments and shortcomings.” Nathaniel Branden, adapted from the Hope Health Letter (March 1995)