This week I thought I would write a review of this book I recently read and would encourage you to take the time to read or listen to it.
The book is entitled“ The Power Of Concentration. “ Below, you will see a complete outline of the contents of this book. Please visit my YouTube channel if you want to listen to the book. If you would rather read it, you can do so for free by clicking this link.
And without further ado, Let the book review begin.
INTRODUCTION. It is of the utmost value to learn how to
concentrate. To make a tremendous success of anything, you must be
able to concentrate your entire thought upon the idea you are
working on. The person that can concentrate utilizes all
constructive thoughts and shuts out all destructive ones. The
most remarkable man would accomplish nothing if he lacked concentration.
LESSON 1. CONCENTRATION FINDS ITS WAY.
Our two natures; one wants to advance; the other wants to pull us back.
The one we concentrate on and develop determines what we will become. How
you may change your whole career and accomplish miracles. We can
be controlled entirely by our concentrated thought. How can you
make an “opportunity”? One man’s opportunity is usually another
man’s loss. A very beneficial practice. Why do we get back what we
give out? A wonderful, encouraging tonic. Every man that is
willing to put forth the necessary effort can be a success. The
man that is best prepared to do things. How to make your services
always in demand. How to reach the top. The man selected to
manage is not usually a genius. He does not possess any more
talent than others. What he does possess that others do not. Why
a few succeed and so many fail?
LESSON 2. THE SELF-MASTERY. SELF-DIRECTION POWER OF
CONCENTRATION.
Very few men possess the power to concentrate as
they should. The cause of poor concentration. An outstanding
practice. Concentration means strength of mind. The person unable
to concentrate never accomplished a great deal. How many weaken
their powers of concentration? How concentration can only be
developed. How to control your every thought, wish and plan. What
is concentration? The person that can concentrate gains
the Power to control others. Concentration makes the will and
intellect act in unison. Why are some people not magnetic? When a
powerful personal influence is generated. How to become
influential. The cause of spasmodic, erratic concentration. How
to centralize your attention. A quick way to develop
concentration. The development of physical and mental
concentration. How to learn a valuable lesson. One of the best
ways to influence another. A good exercise. The real benefit of
physical culture is usually lost sight of it. How to hold the
facilities at work.
LESSON 3. HOW TO GAIN WHAT YOU WANT THROUGH CONCENTRATION.
The mistake made by those that do not understand the power of mental
attraction. How to get what you want. We are not living in a
“fairy age.” Not the age for a “dreamer.” The secret of getting
what you concentrate on. How a messenger in a bank became its
president. “Power to him who power exerts.”
LESSON 4. CONCENTRATION, THE SILENT FORCE THAT PRODUCES RESULTS
IN ALL BUSINESS.
The power of thought. An experiment showing the
power of thinking. By concentrated thought, you can make yourself
what you please. How to significantly increase your efficiency. The
face reflects how a person has spent his life. How to awaken
possibilities within you never dreamed of. How to inspire
confidence in those you deal with. The value of concentrating
your thoughts in the proper channels. How to attract the good
things without a great effort. By concentrating, you can
revolutionize your life and gain greater happiness than you can
imagine.
LESSON 5. HOW CONCENTRATED THOUGHT LINKS ALL HUMANITY TOGETHER.
How you may become successful. The barriers to success can be
controlled. How to realize your fondest ambitions. How to
overcome destructive forces. How to become the master of
circumstances. Through concentration, you can mold your
environment. You can get what you want. Sowing the thought seeds
of success. Mind forces that are hardly dreamed of at present. A
method for removing unfavorable conditions. Concentration makes
you happy and gives you plenty to do.
LESSON 6. THE TRAINING OF THE WILL TO DO.
The great secret of any accomplishment. Everything Is possible today.
The inner energy that controls all conscious acts. How you can become a genius. A
mighty force at your disposal. Rules that will make you a “man.”
Among men. The spirit that wins. Concentration develops
determination and perseverance. Some special instructions. What
will power is? You have as strong a will as anyone. You determine
your fate. The importance of learning to use your willpower.
LESSON 7. THE CONCENTRATED MENTAL DEMAND.
The attitude of the mind affects the expression of the face.
The remarkable power of the concentrated mental demand.
How to desire something and exclude all distracting thoughts.
The silent force of incredible power within all of us. How to make plans work out.
The mightiest power in the world is free for you to use. The motive power
supplies the energies necessary for achievement.
LESSON 8. CONCENTRATION GIVES MENTAL POISE.
The man that can concentrate is well poised. What you must do to be successful
today. Concentration is dangerous. How to make those you
come in contact with, feel as you do. The man that becomes a power
in the world. You can control your life and actions. Successful
lives are concentrated lives. Why do people not get what they
“concentrate” on?
LESSON 9. CONCENTRATION CAN OVERCOME BAD HABITS.
Habit is but a mighty enemy and excellent ally of concentration. Most people
are controlled through the power of habit. Most people are
imitators and copiers of their past selves. All physical
impressions carry out the actions of the will and
intellect. How everyone could be made happier and more successful.
Some wonderful maxims. Habit the most profound law of human nature. How
to overcome undesirable habits. Some special instructions by Dr.
Oppenheim.
LESSON 10. BUSINESS RESULTS ARE GAINED THROUGH CONCENTRATION.
A successful business is not the result of chance. Failure is not caused
by luck. The intense desire that is necessary to make a business
a success. Those that achieve permanent success deserve it. The
man that can skillfully manage his business. How to realize
your ambition. The successful business attitude. Your opinion
should be as good as anyone else. How many ruin their judgment?
The man that gets the best results. A successful business is not
hard to build up; it may be built up In a few years now, whereas
formerly, it took a lifetime. How to do more and better work. How
to attract the ideas thought out by others. Many attract forces
and influences that they should not. Broaden the visions of those
you come in contact with.
LESSON 11. CONCENTRATE ON COURAGE.
Lack of courage creates financial, as well as mental and moral, difficulties.
The man without courage attracts all that is contemptible, weakening,
demoralizing, and destructive. It is just as easy to be courageous
as cowardly. Courage concentrates the mental forces on the task
at hand. Cowardice dissipates both mental and moral forces. How
to banish doubts. No one knows what they can do until they try.
Once you understand the law, everything is possible. How to build
up the courage to do as you wish. Difficulties soon melt away before
the courageous.
LESSON 12. CONCENTRATE ON WEALTH.
No one was intended to be poor. Through wealth, we can uplift ourselves
and humanity. Uncongenial and unpleasant conditions are not conducive to proper
Thought. The first step toward acquiring wealth. Most men of all ages have
been comparatively wealthy. Wealth is not altogether the result of
being industrious. No one can become rich from his earnings.
Why do some have to be taught such painful lessons? How many attract
poverty instead of riches? Why is it necessary to give a fair
exchange for what we receive? How to make your society
agreeable to others and sought after.
LESSON 13. YOU CAN CONCENTRATE, BUT WILL YOU?
All can concentrate. More ability is not used than is used.
Sometimes only a trifle keeps one from becoming a success. The
fault is all your own. How to discover the cause if you are not
making good. Make conditions favorable and do not expect them to
shape themselves. Stumbling blocks, but stepping stones. Hard
Passages can be bridged if you just concentrate on them.
Why do more people not succeed? Don’t be afraid of a rebuff. The man that
knows no such thing as failure. Be ready for an opportunity when
it comes. No circumstances can keep the determined man from
succeeding.
LESSON 14. ART OF CONCENTRATING WITH PRACTICAL EXERCISE.
A daily habit will wonderfully increase your concentration. Seeing
yourself as you would like to be. Instruction is of the most significant
importance. The great creative spirit of the universe. Why do things
manifest as they do? The cosmic intelligence. A most desired
state. How to receive messages from the universal mind. How to
develop power, unknown to you before. Make your mind a powerful
transmitter of thought. The best time to practice concentration
exercises. How to rejuvenate every cell of your brain and body.
An activity that will give you a self-poised manner. Instead of a
strained nervous appearance. Concentrating on the powers within.
Concentration will save your energy. How to keep from getting
irritable or anxious. The Eastern way of concentrating. Exercise
in controlling desires.
LESSON 15. CONCENTRATE SO YOU WILL NOT FORGET.
Why do people forget? An easy way to remember. How to deepen your
impression. Exercise in Memory Concentration.
LESSON 16. HOW CONCENTRATION CAN FULFILL YOUR DESIRE.
The desire to do implies the ability to do. Man has within him the power to
gratify his every wish. If you cannot satisfy your
longings, it is time you learn how to use your God-given powers.
Priceless knowledge and unlimited possibilities within you that
It is foreign to most people. How to concentrate on what you want
and get it. The miraculous help we receive at times.
How one man started a business on thirteen cents and
built up a company that pays him $6,000 a year in six years. When you put
forth the necessary concentrated effort, you will receive great
help from unknown sources.
LESSON 17. IDEALS DEVELOP BY CONCENTRATION.
Your happiness and success depend upon your ideals. A valuable lesson.
Through concentration, we can work out our ideals In physical life. What a
different world this would be if we would build the right kind of
ideals. Every time you change your ideal, you think differently.
Life is one continuous unfolding. You can be happy every step of
the way or miserable as you please. How our grandest thoughts
come to us.
LESSON 18. MENTAL CONTROL THROUGH CREATION.
An inventor’s vision. Why It is easy to project your thoughts to another. How your
mental powers can draw to your forces of a helpful nature. The prominent
businessman must possess the mental capacity of control. How to make a
friend or relative succeed. How to generate enthusiasm and the
spirit of success. Your environment is either helpful or harmful.
Mental starvation. How to instill your thoughts and ideas into
others. The influence that must be shaken off before you can advance.
Our attitude has more to do with success than you realize.
LESSON 19. A CONCENTRATED WILL DEVELOPMENT.
A most compelling and practical method of developing the Will. Practical exercises.
Will train without exercises. Will-power can overcome enormous
obstacles. The Will to win. Man, is an unknown quality until his
powers are developed. Ability is plentiful, but organizing,
initiative, and creative energy are not so abundant. The driving force
within.
LESSON 20. CONCENTRATION REVIEWED.
Those unable to concentrate will generally suffer from poverty and
unhappiness. The best instructor will only help you to the extent you put
it into practice. Gaining the mastery of your work, life powers, and
forces. Concentrate on the dominant quality that makes men
successful. Everyone can learn to concentrate better. An
experiment to try.
Final thoughts.
This book will help you to understand how important concentration is for your life and overall success. Therefore, I would encourage you again to take the time to either read or listen to this book, as it will help you along your journey to becoming positively improved.
In this digital age and with us always being in a state of business and distraction, we could all use knowledge of how to regain and maintain our concentration.
Like with any of my blog pieces, I welcome you to leave your thoughts, comments, or ideas below in the comment section. Until next week, Namaste.
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