Gateways Into Dreams Book

This is my first Nathaniel Branden read. While he’s well known (and criticized) for his work with self-esteem, which I have very mixed feelings about to say the least, this book proved to be a rather pleasant surprise. I thought he did the subject real justice and provided valuable food for thought -- I found myself in agreement with much of what he wrote regarding romantic love. He offered some wonderful advice/views that were very honest and grounded in reality, yet optimistic nonetheless. No easy task.

This book is one of a handful that confirms my own views/beliefs about romantic love. Mainly, it is for grown-ups, not for children; the individuals involved have to be mature, relatively well-adjusted, self-aware individuals in order for romantic love to be possible.