Anthony Daniels who uses the pen name Theodore Dalrymple is a psychiatrist, conservative, skeptic, and understands the human predicament better than many Christians. He is a gifted and insightful essayist. Here is an example of his brilliance on display:
http://incharacter.org/features/theodore-dalrymple-on-self-esteem-vs-self-respect/
There is a book in all of that ‘conversation.’ Although some responders were critical of the author’s lack of addressing some views in more depth, speak with any truly veteran teacher or veteran manager in the workplace. No doubt they can attest to the effect of the ‘conditions.’