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THE HEART AND THE LIFE
THE NATURE AND POWER OF MIND
FORMATION OF HABIT
DOING AND KNOWING
FIRST STEPS IN THE HIGHER LIFE
MENTAL CONDITIONS AND THEIR EFFECTS
EXHORTATION
In this meditative exploration, the author treats the heart as the hidden spring from which every aspect of a life flows. By weaving poetic philosophy with clear examples, the narrative shows how thoughts, emotions, and habits sprout from inner convictions and shape outward reality. Listeners are invited to examine the quiet citadel of their own mind, discovering how mindful attention can turn suffering into growth.
The book moves from theory to practice, urging readers to guard their thoughts as a gardener tends a garden, pruning harmful patterns and nurturing noble ones. It presents simple yet powerful exercises for purifying the mind, strengthening resolve, and aligning actions with an inner ideal. As the teachings unfold, listeners gain a sense of agency, realizing that true freedom comes from reshaping the inner landscape rather than chasing external circumstances.
Language
en
Duration
~46 minutes (44K characters)
Release date
2024-08-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1864–1912
Best known for "As a Man Thinketh," this English writer helped shape early self-help literature with short, reflective books about character, thought, and personal responsibility. His work has stayed in print for more than a century because of its calm, direct encouragement.
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