Freedom versus fear: On the defense, growth, and expansion of the self.

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Exploring Nostalgia's Influence on Psychological Growth (2014, background): “, security and growth) coalesce on the idea that a person is constantly balancing between the two (see Greenberg, Pyszczynski, & Solomon, 1995; Pyszczynski et al., 2003; Ryan & Deci, 2000).”
Why do people need self-esteem? A theoretical and empirical review. (2004, background): “For a discussion of these views on the relationship between TMT and self-determination theory and an attempt to integrate these perspectives, see Pyszczynski, Greenberg, and Goldenberg (2003).”
The costly pursuit of self-esteem. (2004, background): “These defensive reactions may result in isolation and disconnection from others and hinder the formation of meaningful authentic supportive relationships (Pyszczynski et al., 2003).”