Nuggets of the New Thought

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Nuggets of the New Thought

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en

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Global Grey

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William Walker Atkinson offers concise, practical essays on strengthening willpower and focus through New Thought principles. This collection provides short, repeatable mental techniques for everyday betterment, encouraging readers to cultivate confidence, faith, and the 'I Can and I Will' attitude to overcome fear and unlock latent inner power.

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In *Nuggets of the New Thought*, William Walker Atkinson presents a collection of authentic, hastily written essays exploring the mechanics of the mind and the power of thought to shape reality. The book's central argument rests on the keynote of "I Can and I Will," urging readers to recognize their inner strength and the "Something within" that connects them to universal power. Atkinson asserts that success is born of desire, faith, and work, while fear and doubt act as barriers that must be actively drowned out. The text delves into the nature of the "Real Self," distinguishing between the physical body, the intellect, and the eternal spirit. Atkinson suggests that true consciousness transcends the physical plane, viewing the individual as a drop of spirit from a greater ocean. He employs the metaphor of a sculpture to illustrate the soul's solitude and its longing for union with others, emphasizing that silence is the true language of the soul. Personal development is further addressed through the allegory of "Jerry and the Bear." This story illustrates how resistance to growth causes pain, whereas yielding to the "Law" of life leads to natural unfoldment. Atkinson warns that clinging to old sheaths or resisting the pressure of growth results in friction and suffering; instead, one must cheerfully press forward to their unfoldment. The author also tackles the habit of procrastination, labeling it a demoralizing force that wastes time and energy. He urges readers to adopt a "Do It Now" mentality, noting that half of life's failures stem from the inability to act in the present moment. Finally, Atkinson introduces the concept of mental vibrations, comparing the mind to wireless telegraphy where only like attracts like. He warns against "mental toxins" such as fear, hate, and jealousy, which poison the body and spirit, and advocates for an "anti-toxin" of love, confidence, and fearlessness. Throughout, the tone is direct, encouraging, and grounded in the belief that every individual possesses the tools to master their destiny. The book serves as a practical guide to refining one's mental state, moving from negative vibrations to a higher plane of consciousness where success and peace are attainable.

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Categories

• Metaphysics
• Self-Help
• New Thought