Out from the heart

audiobook

Out from the heart

by James Allen

EN·~46 minutes·8 chapters

Chapters

8 total
1

BY

0:28
2

THE HEART AND THE LIFE

2:13
3

THE NATURE AND POWER OF MIND

3:45
4

FORMATION OF HABIT

4:55
5

DOING AND KNOWING

4:59
6

FIRST STEPS IN THE HIGHER LIFE

21:36
7

MENTAL CONDITIONS AND THEIR EFFECTS

5:49
8

EXHORTATION

3:01

Description

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.

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Language

en

Duration

~46 minutes (44K characters)

Release date

2024-08-02

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

James Allen

James Allen

1864–1912

A pioneering voice in early self-help, this British writer is best known for As a Man Thinketh, a short classic about how thoughts shape character and life. His calm, moral style helped lay the groundwork for generations of inspirational writing.

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