The Science of Getting Rich

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The Science of Getting Rich

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Wallace Delois Wattles presents a pragmatic, non-philosophical manual for acquiring wealth through an exact science of thought and action. Rejecting the idea that riches are limited or dependent on environment, the book argues that wealth is created by a specific mental attitude and creative method. Ideal for self-help readers seeking a disciplined approach to personal development, this guide teaches how to cultivate faith, purpose, and gratitude to attract abundance and live a fuller life.

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In 'The Science of Getting Rich,' Wallace Delois Wattles asserts that wealth acquisition is not a matter of luck, environment, or competition, but an exact science governed by natural laws. The author distinguishes between the 'competitive plane,' where individuals vie for limited resources and keep others down, and the 'creative plane,' where individuals create new value and benefit all. Wattles argues that the universe is composed of a formless substance that responds to human thought; therefore, by forming a clear, definite mental image of what one desires and holding it with unwavering faith and gratitude, one impresses this substance to create the desired reality. The book begins by establishing the right to be rich, defining true wealth as the ability to use all things necessary for the full development of body, mind, and soul. Poverty is presented not as a virtue but as a restriction on human potential. Wattles insists that the desire for riches is a normal, praiseworthy desire for a richer life. The core method involves three steps: first, forming a clear and definite mental picture of the wealth or life one desires; second, holding this picture with a fixed purpose and faith that it is already one's own; and third, acting in a way that is consistent with that vision. Wattles emphasizes that one must not focus on poverty, doubt, or past failures, as these create negative impressions that repel wealth. Instead, readers are urged to live mentally in the new reality they wish to manifest, expressing gratitude as if the blessings are already present. Wattles addresses the use of will power, clarifying that it should be applied only to oneself to maintain focus and discipline, never to coerce others or force external events. He warns against studying poverty or engaging in charitable acts that perpetuate dependency, suggesting instead that the best way to help the poor is to demonstrate how they can become rich themselves through this science. The text concludes by summarizing the process: unite with the creative intelligence of the universe through gratitude, maintain a definite vision, and act with purpose. Wattles assures readers that if they follow these instructions, they will inevitably get rich, and their success will naturally expand opportunities for others. The book serves as both a philosophical treatise on the nature of reality and a practical manual for achieving financial independence and personal fulfillment.

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• Psychology
• Self-Help