Breaking Self Esteem

Breaking the Chain of Low Self-Esteem

Praise for other books by Marilyn J. Sorensen, Ph.D.

Low Self-Esteem Misunderstood & Misdiagnosed
“...outstanding resource. Sorensen expertly guides readers in self-evaluation. Author connects with readers, has excellent writing skills, establishes warm, comfortable tone.” — TODAY LIBRARIAN “carefully explains...why [low self-esteem] is seldomrecognized or treated seriously...This is an important book that could save lives.” — THE STATESMAN JOURNAL “…candid, straight forward...an excellent book, specifically for people who’ve tried to seek help and found nothing useful. Highly Recommended.” — THE MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW “I am a clinician and am just completing your book…I will want more training in this area as it is clear to me how misdiagnosesoccur…” — Lisa Rathbun, MSW, CSW, OTR

The Personal Workbook for Breaking the Chain of Low Self-Esteem
“Her open, clear approach and plain language cut to the heart of things and help readers make their way through some very upsetting realizations.” — THE STATESMAN JOURNAL “Dr. Sorensen’s words on developing healthy self-esteem are as wise as they are practical.” — Ed Johnson, Host & Producer,OPB

The Handbook for Building Healthy Self-Esteem in Children
"The Handbook for Building Healthy Self-Esteem In Children is a fantastic resource for adults who care about children. Implementation of its practical, effective, easy-to-understand tools and methods will foster a healthy self-concept in our children that can protect them from risky behavior and help them grow into their fullselves. — Kathy Masarie, M.D., Founder and Program Director of Full Esteem Ahead

Low Self-Esteem In The Bedroom
“Dr. Sorensen has done it again! Since her ground-breaking book, Breaking the Chain of Low Self-Esteem, where she demonstrated that LSE is the true source of most psychological problems including depression, anxiety, and social phobia, she now carries her thesis further in LowSelf-Esteem in the Bedroom, where she explains that LSE is also the critical factor in developing and maintaining intimacy.” — Robert Ludlow, M.D., Psychiatrist, Specialist in Sexual Medicine; Faculty, Cinncinnati Psychological Institute “Using the same powerful combination of clinical insight and real life examples that were used so effectively in her initial work of Breaking the Chain of Low Self-Esteem,Dr. Sorensen has created the best book I’ve ever read about intimacy that leads to true sexual intimacy.” — Karl Pister, LCSW, Portland, OR, The Coaching Group, Inc.

Available in bookstores nationwide or at a discount through www.TheSelfEsteemInstitute.com

The Self-Esteem Recovery Toolkit
Materials designed to help LSE sufferers continue their individual daily process of recovering from lowself-esteem. The Toolkit is only available through the website: www.TheSelfEsteemInstitute.com

Breaking the Chain of Low Self-Esteem

Marilyn J. Sorensen, Ph.D.

Wolf Publishing Co. Sherwood, OR 97140

BREAKING THE CHAIN OF LOW SELF-ESTEEM
SECOND EDITION Copyright 1998, 2006 by Wolf Publishing Co.

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Editor: Jill Kelly, Ph.D. Page Layout: Anita Jones, Another Jones Graphics Indexer: Carol Rappleyea

Library of Congress Catalog Number: 2006902785

First Printing, October 1998 Ebook version: July 2006 10 9 8 7 65 4 3 2

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ISBN: 0-9664315-8-8 Printed in the United States of America

Wolf Publishing Co. 16890 SW Daffodil St.

Sherwood, OR 97140

Acknowledgements

Sandra K. Pinches, Ph.D., my dear friend and colleague. How do I sufficiently thank you for your unwavering belief in my ideas and this book? You gave me the initial momentum and courage to begin; you spent endless hours reading...