Thought-Culture, or, Practical Mental Training
Jun 2022 · Otbebookpublishing
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Excerpt: "Thought-Culture in general will do much for the Imagination, for the very processes employed in the development and cultivation of the various other faculties of the mind will also tend to bring the Imagination into subjection and under control, instead of allowing it to remain the wild, fanciful irresponsible faculty that it is in the majority of cases. Use the faculty of Imagination as a faculty of Thought, instead of a thing of Fancy. Attach it to the Intellect instead of to the Emotions. Harness it up with the other faculties of Thought, and your chariot of Understanding and Attainment will reach the goal far sooner than under the old arrangement. Establish harmony between Intellect and Imagination, and you largely increase the power and achievements of both."
About the author
William Walker Atkinson (1862-1932) was a multifaceted American figure whose life and work spanned law, business, and the burgeoning field of New Thought philosophy. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Atkinson initially pursued a career in law, achieving considerable success. However, the stress of his professional life took a toll on his health, leading him to explore alternative healing and spiritual practices.Atkinson's journey into metaphysical realms began in earnest in the late 19th century, when he became deeply involved in the New Thought movement, which emphasized the power of the mind in achieving personal and spiritual transformation. Under various pseudonyms, including Yogi Ramacharaka and Theron Q. Dumont, he authored over 100 books and pamphlets, covering topics from mental science and personal magnetism to occultism and Eastern philosophies.One of Atkinson's most revolutionary ideas was the concept of "thought vibration," which posited that thoughts have a tangible energy that can influence reality. This idea prefigured many modern self-help and motivational theories, making him a precursor to contemporary figures like Norman Vincent Peale and Rhonda Byrne.Atkinson's work was not without controversy. Critics often questioned the authenticity of his Eastern teachings, given his Western background. Nonetheless, his writings have had a lasting impact, influencing both the New Age movement and modern self-help literature. His ability to synthesize Eastern and Western philosophies into accessible teachings continues to resonate with readers seeking spiritual and personal growth.
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