Book excerpt: The Pillars of Progress is an absolute primary for personal and professional development. It begins with the idea that we are already "Perfectly Human" and experiences are there for us to learn from. It is so much easier to make our lives better when we have self acceptance instead of layers of guilt shame and grief that are disabling. From there it takes the reader through an understanding of how we are designed to function in the world and a reality check on the core competencies we all need to flourish. This is a powerful and common sense approach where anyone can recognize their own path of progress. It dives into the core of personal transformation and returns with the reader competent, empowered and ready for the world.