The phenomenal and inspiring bestseller by the father of positive thinking.

THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING is a practical, direct-action application of spiritual techniques to overcome defeat and win confidence, success and joy. Norman Vincent Peale, the father of positive thinking and one of the most widely read inspirational writers of all time, shares his famous formula of faith and optimism which millions of people have taken as their own simple and effective philosophy of living.

His gentle guidance helps to eliminate defeatist attitudes, to know the power you possess and to make the best of your life.

Best-selling classics by Norman Vincent Peale

The Power of Positive Thinking (special 35th anniversary edition). The greatest inspirational best seller of the century offers confidence without fear and a life of enrichment and luminous vitality.

Inspiring Messages for Daily Living. Realistic, practical answers to the hundreds of problems we face from day to day -- ordinary problems encountered in personal difficulties, in family relationships, on the job, and in dealing with those around us.

You Can if You Think You Can. Dramatic, heartwarming stories of how men and women -- of all ages and in all walks of life -- transformed their lives and careers by following Dr. Peale's philosophy of positive thinking. Learn to develop the vital knowledge of inner power to carry you over every obstacle.

The Art of Real Happiness (written with Smiley Blanton, M.D.). An unusual blend of age-old truths and modern psychiatric techniques. Peale and Blanton identify -- and show how to overcome -- essential problems and conflicts that so often plague us and frustrate our chances for happiness.

Text extracted from opening pages of book: GUFDEPOSTS Personal Messages of Inspiration and Faith Edited by Norman Vincent Peale PRENTICE-HALL, INC. New York To the men and women whose constant encouragement, co operation, and counsel have unfailingly aided from the incep tion and throughout the development of the inspirational monthly publication, GUIDEPOSTS, this book is dedicated. CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION, l> y Norman Vincent Peale xi THROWING OFF YOUR FEARS Your Faith Can Knock Out Fear, by Gene Tunney 3 Don't Be Afraid, by Henry J. Taylor 7 I Dare You, by William H. Dcmforth 1 1 PRAYER IN TIME OF NEED I Believe in Prayer, by Eddie Rickenbacker 17 Miracle in My Classroom, by Ruth Moulton 21 Prayer Is How You Live, by Herbert H. Harris 26 What Blocks the Answer to Prayer? by Clara Beranger 30 Much Obliged, Dear Lord, by Fulton Oursler 34 YOUR HAPPINESS FORMULA Your Way to Happiness, by H. C. Mattern 41 How Everything Changed for the Better, by Fred Rackliffe 46 I Was Missing Something, by John J. Porter 5 1 My Formula for Victorious Living, by John G. Ram sey 55 What's So Difficult About Faith? by H. 1. Phillips 59 FINDING THE SUCCESS SPARK Human Relations and Business Success, by A. O. Malmberg 65 Finding the Hidden Success Spark, by John Glos singer 70 They Call Me Success Story, by Lane Bryant 75 The Lord's Work, Henry Ford and I, by Perry Hayden 80 Better People and Better Cows, by Howard W. Selby 84 [ vii] [ viii] CONTENTS SORROWS NEEDN'T GET YOU DOWN Message to the Bereaved, by Natalie Kalmus 91 I Tell You They Have Not Died, by Geoffrey O'Hara 96 Say It With Flowers, by Henry Penn 101 REVITALIZING YOUR LIFE THROUGH FAITH How My Faith Has Helped Me, by ). C. Penney 109 PeaceThrough Faith, by William Green 113 Jack Miner's Bird Missionaries, by Manly F. Miner 116 Confession of Faith, by Faith Baldwin 120 No One Escapes, by George Sokolsky 124 Faith Makes Men, by Bert Kessel 127 Is A. A. for Alcoholics Only? by Bill 1 32 HANDICAPS CAN BECOME ASSETS Faith and Work Can Make a Miracle, by Alfred P. Haake 139 When Is a Man Helpless? by Len LeSourd 143 You'll Get What You Ask For! by Lucius Humphrey 147 How to Acquire Faith, by Dr. Smiley Blanton 152 Disaster Can Lead to Victory, by Harold Russell 1 56 INSPIRATION-MONDAY TO SATURDAY Singing Sam, the Happy Bus Driver, by Chase Walker 163 Track Thirteen, by Len LeSourd 168 God Keeps Score, by DeWitt ( Tex) Coulter 172 Doing the Lord's Work in Track Pants, by Gil Dodds 176 COMMON GROUND BETWEEN SCIENCE AND RELIGION There Are No Atheists in Laboratories, by Gustavus J. Esselen 183 Living by the Spirit, by Arthur H. Merritt 188 CONTENTS [ ix] ON MAKING RIGHT DECISIONS Technique for Making a Decision, by Roger W. Bab son 195 Since I Let God Take Over, by Harry G. Heckmann 199 Our One and Only Problem, by Stella Terrill Mann 203 So What! Toy Grove Patterson 208 HOME-CENTER OF HAPPINESS Religion Guided My Career, by Cecil B. deMille 213 Parents Are Not Enough, by ]. Edgar Hoover 217 So Long Until Tomorrow, by Lowell Thomas 222 Is Gratitude a One Day Special? \ ry Ted Malone 225 He Let the Face of God Shine Through, by William L. Stidger 229 IMPROVING YOUR COMMUNITY LIFE Let's Rout the Devil With Love, by Dorothy Canfield 237 Our New Department Christian Relations, by Mau rice Smith 241 Religion Helps Us Combat Crime, by Edward Thompson 246 How Christianity Can Work in Your Community, by George Stoll 251 INTRODUCTION TOGUIDEPOSTS GUIDEPOSTS is A COLLECTION OF INSPIRING, TRUE-LIFE EXPBRI ences told by men and women of all faiths, in all walks of life. Some of the most famous people in America together with per sons who drive our buses, carry our luggage, teach in our schools and mingle with us on crowded sidewalks relate personal inci dents of how faith works in their lives. This book is packed with moving examples of how a simple faith can bring out almost incredible power and greatness in human beings. It is possible to rise above disaster, overcome fear, break the worry habit, c

As a call to personal redemption and a return to the devout faith of the founding fathers, "In God We Trust" is an inspiring look at hope for a crumbling nation. With Peale's inspiration and encouragement, readers can once again find the moral stamina they need to live faithful, faith-filled lives.

An Inspiration for Each Day of the Year

Norman Vincent Peale's philosophy of positive thinking has had an unprecedented influence on millions of people throughout the world. Now, the wisdom of nine books -- including The Power of Positive Thinking -- can be found within these pages. Timeless in their message, invaluable in the course of daily life, Dr. Peale's classic books provide inspiration when you most need it and lead the way to a fuller, happier, more satisfying life. With a new introduction by Dr. Peale, Positive Thinking Every Day will help make your every day the best it can possibly be.

'you do not need to be defeated by anything, ... you can have peace of mind, improved health, and a never-ceasing flow of energy.' The Power of Positive Thinking is a practical, direct-action application of spiritual techniques to overcome defeat and win confidence, success and joy. Norman Vincent Peale, the father of positive thinking and one of the most widely read inspirational writers of all time, shares his famous formula of faith and optimism which he developed himself by trial and error whilst searching for a way of life. Millions of people have taken Peale's teachings as their own simple and effective philosophy of living. His gentle guidance helps to eliminate defeatist attitudes, to know the power you possess and to make the best of your life.

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'If you find new meaning, enhanced fullness of life, and deeper happiness as a result of reading this book, my purpose in writing it shall be fulfilled. I hope that you may get all this and more out of it. With the power of positive living, I wish you the best in life'. Norman Vincent Peale in the Preface. THIS BOOK WILL HELP YOU GAIN THE SELF-BELIEF TO TURN YOUR LIFE AROUND Norman Vincent Peale's international bestseller, The Power of Positive Thinking, inspired millions to think positive in order to develop a positive in order to develop a positive attitude to life. The Power of Positive Thinking takes us one step further - to discover the power of self-belief and its importance in living positively. Drawn from his extensive counselling experience, Dr Peale's book explains the concrete steps that can be taken to develop self-confidence. His gentle guidance will help you to eliminate defeatist attitudes, to know that power you possess and to make the best of your life.

This is a new release of the original 1952 edition.

This is a new release of the original 1940 edition.

This is a new release of the original 1955 edition.