The Mastery of Success. Thorstein Veblen
danger of feeling the boot-toe of the passerby but the white- livered cur who draws himself up, and places his tail between his legs that he may present a better aim for the kick - gets the kick. He gets what he expects. What is true of the dog is equally true of the man. If you have followed the advice and instructions contained in this little work, you will not have many kicks aimed at you. But, remember - no kicking of dogs on your part - you must be above that.
An old writer has summed up mans duty to man in the following words, which should be inscribed in letters of gold over every doorway in the land:
"WRONG NO MAN, AND RENDER UNTO EVERY MAN HIS DUE."
If the above words form the rule of action, and life, of men, there would be no need of lawyers, courts, or prisons; life would then seem "one long, sweet song." Try to do your part in bringing about this result. Once more, I caution you not to misuse your newfound power, do not drag the gift of the Spirit through the mud.
Use it freely, in your own behalf, in every legitimate way, but harm no man by reason of, or by means of it. If you fail to grasp the meaning of any of the teachings contained in this little work, do not feel discouraged, for it will come to you later. Read over the lessons, which seem to be most difficult to you, and then place yourself in the relaxed condition of body, and mind. - ENTER THE SILENCE - and a new light will break upon you.
"Knock and it shall be opened unto you; ask and ye shall receive."
And now, friends, we have come to the parting of the ways. We may meet again, but, if not, let us part feeling that we are none the worse for the short acquaintance. If I have done you any good, if I have awakened in you new thoughts, hopes and aspirations, may you make them manifest in actions and results.
Our little journey, along the banks of the stream, has been pleasant to me, and I trust that I have not bored you, nor caused you to regret the acquaintance - not a chance acquaintance, you may rest assured, for "nothing ever happens."
I thank you for your kind attention.
The Power of Concentration
LESSON I. CONCENTRATION FINDS THE WAY
LESSON II. THE SELF-MASTERY: SELF-DIRECTION POWER OF CONCENTRATION
LESSON III. HOW TO GAIN WHAT YOU WANT THROUGH CONCENTRATION
LESSON IV. CONCENTRATION, THE SILENT FORCE THAT PRODUCES RESULTS IN ALL BUSINESS
LESSON V. HOW CONCENTRATED THOUGHT LINKS ALL HUMANITY TOGETHER
LESSON VI. THE TRAINING OF THE WILL TO DO
LESSON VII. THE CONCENTRATED MENTAL DEMAND
LESSON VIII. CONCENTRATION GIVES MENTAL POISE
LESSON IX. CONCENTRATION CAN OVERCOME BAD HABITS
LESSON X. BUSINESS RESULTS THROUGH CONCENTRATION
LESSON XI. CONCENTRATE ON COURAGE
LESSON XII. CONCENTRATE ON WEALTH
LESSON XIII. YOU CAN CONCENTRATE, BUT WILL YOU?
LESSON XIV. THE ART OF CONCENTRATING BY MEANS OF PRACTICAL EXERCISES
LESSON XV. CONCENTRATE SO YOU WILL NOT FORGET
LESSON XVI. HOW CONCENTRATION CAN FULFILL YOUR DESIRE
LESSON XVII. IDEALS DEVELOPED BY CONCENTRATION
LESSON XVIII. MENTAL CONTROL THROUGH CREATION
LESSON XIX. A CONCENTRATED WILL DEVELOPMENT
LESSON XX. CONCENTRATION REVIEWED
INTRODUCTORY
We all know that in order to accomplish a certain thing we must concentrate. It is of the utmost value to learn how to concentrate. To make a success of anything you must be able to concentrate your entire thought upon the idea you are working out.
Do not become discouraged, if you are unable to hold your thought on the subject very long at first. There are very few that can. It seems a peculiar fact that it is easier to concentrate on something that is not good for us, than on something that is beneficial. This tendency is overcome when we learn to concentrate consciously.
If you will just practice a few concentration exercises each day you will find you will soon develop this wonderful power.
Success is assured when you are able to concentrate for you are then able to utilize for your good all constructive thoughts and shut out all the destructive ones. It is of the greatest value to be able to think only that which will be beneficial.
Did you ever stop to think what an important part your thoughts, concentrated thoughts, play in your life? This book shows their far-reaching and all-abiding effects.
These lessons you will find very practical. The exercises I have thoroughly tested. They are arranged so that you will notice an improvement from the very start, and this will give you encouragement. They point out ways in which you can help yourself.
Man is a wonderful creature, but he must be trained and developed to be useful. A great work can be accomplished by every man if he can be awakened to do his very best. But the greatest man would not accomplish much if he lacked concentration and effort. Dwarfs can often do the work of giants when they are transformed by the almost magic power of great mental concentration. But giants will only do the work of dwarfs when they lack this power.
We accomplish more by concentration than by fitness; the man that is apparently best suited for a place does not always fill it best. It is the man that concentrates on its every possibility that makes an art of both his work and his life.
All your real advancement must come from your individual effort.
This course of lessons will stimulate and inspire you to achieve success; it will bring you into perfect harmony with the laws of success. It will give you a firmer hold on your duties and responsibilities.
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