"The ideal of becoming authentic has been used in misleading or superficial ways by many. This book offers the deepest and most viable conception of the authentic life I have ever seen."
-- Dr. Charles Guignon, author of On Being Authentic

"An extraordinary book! It captures the essence of feeling alright about yourself."
-- Kurt H., Psychotherapist

"From Aristotle to Zen, this text synthesizes a grounded, systematic approach to self-actualization. This amazing book is a map to personal growth."
-- Karen D., Ph.D. Psychology

"The Steps to Essence helped me distill my own beliefs and values into the threads of essence that are fundamental to me, and create a personal roadmap for a more satisfying journey through life."
-- Mary Ann P., a reader

"I was quite impressed with The Steps to Essence. It extends Joseph Campbell's hero model to personal growth. The exercises are gradual enough that there was a distinct flow in an otherwise very difficult process."
-- TCM Reviews