The Power of Positive Thinking
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An international bestseller with over five million copies in print, The Power of Positive Thinking has helped men and women around the world to achieve fulfillment in their lives through Dr. Norman Vincent Peale’s powerful message of faith and inspiration.
In this phenomenal bestseller, “written with the sole objective of helping the reader achieve a happy, satisfying, and worthwhile life,” Dr. Peale demonstrates the power of faith in action. With the practical techniques outlined in this book, you can energize your life—and give yourself the initiative needed to carry out your ambitions and hopes. You’ll learn how to:
· Believe in yourself and in everything you do
· Build new power and determination
· Develop the power to reach your goals
· Break the worry habit and achieve a relaxed life
· Improve your personal and professional relationships
· Assume control over your circumstances
· Be kind to yourself
Publisher : Touchstone; Reprint edition (March 12, 2003)
Language : English
Paperback : 218 pages
ISBN-10 : 0743234804
ISBN-13 : 978-0743234801
Lexile measure : 1070L
Item Weight : 8 ounces
Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.44 inches
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Cory B. –
Timeless nourishment for the mind and soul
I have purchased this book three times and gave two copies to female friends who will hopefully read it from start to finish. This is a very old book published in 1952 when the world was a very different place, but it is filled with timeless wisdom and principles that can still benefit anyone today who will make an effort to read its pages. In today’s 21st century world of negative energy, hate and division gone mad, the golden wisdom offered by Norman Vincent Peale is needed now more than ever before. If you are a christian, this book is a must-have for your coffee table as bible verses are included in every chapter. For non-christians who may be put off by the religious slant of the book, there is still helpful advice and wisdom within these 17 chapters that can impact your mind in a positive way. You don’t have to be a church-going christian to benefit from the words of nourishment this fine book provides.Rock and roll legend Carl Perkins was one of several famous people who read this book years ago and gained much wisdom from it. Steve Harvey and Donald Trump are two others who also recommend the mind-enriching words of Norman Peale found within this classic that has sold more than 5 million copies over the decades. Peale’s friendly, down home writing style make this book an easy, enjoyable read for anyone looking to escape the toxic negativity of our world today. Everyone knows at least one friend or family member who is trapped in an endless cycle of negative thinking. This book is for them, and for all of us who need a good dose of ageless wisdom and positivity while traveling the long, difficult road of life. Get your hands on this classic book today to embrace the life-enhancing habit of positive thinking. This book will bring comfort, peace and nourishment to a troubled mind.
KSz –
Good advice for tough times
Delivered in a timely fashion, older but nice clean copy. I have given away many copies of this book over the years, and this one is for my grandson. Timeless.
Andy Toppin –
By Far, The Greatest Book I Have Ever Read
A must read.. and the sooner the better. The book is simply too good not to read. Life changing results through practical, easy to follow steps.
HealthyHappySenior –
A TREASURED, TIMELESS RESOURCE FOR HEALTH , HAPPINESS, PEACE, and ACHIEVING SUCCESS IN EVERYTHING YOU DO
I was a freshmen (1952) when NVP’s book “The Power of Positive Thinking” was published. I certainly understand why his books remain to this day so popular. I’ve been reading a number of Donald J. Trump’s books. He mentions Norman Vincent Peale time and again. I see how he has achieved becoming a billionaire, and his family is unquestionably the most balanced family I have ever seen in my long life! I wondered “How has he done it?” So, I purchased this book.Was I ever amazed because it seemed not only could I see things Donald Trump has done on ever so many of these pages, it is as though Dr. Peale had written this book specifically for me and spoke the contents to me in the spirit of my mind. Without reading this book previously, but also fervently researching Scripture from the Christian Bible, over the past 45 years I’ve applied many of the very same techniques and who I was before, is long gone, and I am now a most healthy, most happy, most peaceful and contented person. I require no medications. I simply enjoy life and know I truly do have perfect peace.I also learned new things, which I immediately put into action. I already knew I could talk with my subconscious and get him to stop giving me pain. But, I didn’t know I could talk to my brain. So, I did. Pg. 140: Put your dependence upon the ‘emergency powers of the human brain.’ When you call upon your human brain to take action, it awakens itself and delivers extra power if needed. (NOTE: I just talked to my human brain and told him to “do your work.” Immediately I felt a flood of power cascade throughout my body!) WOW! Want to activate your body? Talk to it. Wow! Thank YOU Dr. Norman Vincent Peale!In his introduction, Dr. Peale writes “altogether too many people are defeated by the everyday problems of life. They go struggling, perhaps even whining, through their days with a sense of dull resentment at what they consider the “bad breaks” life has given them. You can permit obstacles to control your mind to the point where they are uppermost and thus become the dominating factors in your thought patterns. By learning how to cast them from the mind, by refusing to become mentally subservient to them, and by channeling spiritual power through your thoughts, you can rise above obstacles which ordinarily might defeat you.” In my opinion, every household throughout the world should have a copy of this book. The concepts in it should be taught in all schools. This truly is no “theoretical” story book, every page is filled with real-life applications by ordinary folks who achieve such positive results! As the Episcopal Review wrote on the cover of the 1952 book said, “Dr. Peale combines the deep strength of Christian faith with the insights of modern science to produce a most helpful book for radiant living …”Times have not changed. The needs remain the same. We are a hurting, hurting world, and terror surrounds us. This truly is an inspiring book, and Dr. Peale proves by actual experiences, that an attitude of the mind can and does change lives. It is achievable to win success in all things, change lives, and overcome ALL obstacles! These astonishing results can be achieved simply by using faith and optimism as your road map to positive thinking and acting. What is also so neat is that if someone, say on Facebook challenges a position I have, I’ll respond Norman Vincent Peale says exactly the same thing on Page xxx of The Power of Positive Thinking. Or, they might challenge me saying, “What do you mean God talks with you?” I’ll refer them to another page in this book.Power of Positive Thinking,In my opinion, when you apply the principles outlined in these 17 chapters, you will be a changed person and ever so much more happy and more accomplished! I will always treasure this resource, and I’m glad Donald J. Trump follows these principles to a “T.”
Jackie –
Great Insight Utilizing the Word of God!
I enjoyed the many examples of how the author used scriptures over and over to illustrate the miracles he was describing. Thought I appreciate the direction of the book, focusing on miracles, I would have like to read some stories where there were no happy ending but folks kept trying, kept serving God anyways. The Bible is filled with faith stories, but also a lot of stories with sad endings. 11 of the apostles were massacre, so as be!ievers, we must also highlight faith like the three Hebrew boys had. If I don’t get a blessing, I will still serve him. Now that too is miraculous thinking!
Vinie Kouamou –
A GREAT BOOK
One of the greatest book i have ever read. In fact i think everybody needs such nook to better their life. Positive thinking is key for everything. The practical examples used here are just so lively and relatable.
Amazon Customer –
Well written
Its good
Great read, helped with a paper I wrote. –
Educational book
Bought these for my middle school class durable good price and great information
Vikram Ingleshwar –
Every human being suffers from challenges from day to day life since s/he is born. Some have got inborn potential to handle challenges without taking stress but majority do not have that kind of gift.This book serves as helping hand to those who need professional help to manage their life.Even though NVP gives lots of examples from Bible throughout the book, any other religion practicing person can follow this book as well. I follow Hinduism and do find similar examples in Bhagvad Gita as well.I really wonder if god himself has shared his knowledge through NVP.I highly recommend this book as must to be taken daily vitamin to maintain once mental health, as it will not only help him/her but people associated as well.This is the best book I read till date
Amazon Customer –
Its compact so I bring this to work and read. Its a great book if you want to be positive.
atakan tiryaki –
The books constantly refers to Bible. There are some good recommendations in the book but at the end of every sentences writer links it with god or bible.
Nada –
Good and informative. Will help change your mindset for the better.
Ingrid M –
Ce livre m’a donné du baume au cœur et une véritable envie d’être plus positive. Il m’a permis de voir la vie d’une nouvelle manière. Je viens de le finir. Et j’ai vraiment hâte de le recommencer pour bien mettre en pratique chaque méthode donnée. Lors de cette première lecture, des changements dans ma façon de penser ont déjà commencé . Je recommande ce livre à 100%