
audiobook
by L. W. (Louis William) Rogers
SELF-DEVELOPMENT AND THE WAY TO POWER
L. W. ROGERS
SELF DEVELOPMENT AND THE WAY TO POWER
In this thought‑provoking work the author argues that true happiness is a natural right, blocked only by our own ignorance. By exploring the relationship between spiritual illumination and everyday misfortune, the text shows how a deeper understanding can turn sudden loss, illness, or conflict into opportunities for growth. The opening chapters contrast the old, fact‑driven education system with a more theosophical view that sees the ego as a reservoir of untapped power waiting to be awakened.
Through clear, conversational language the writer invites listeners to examine why suffering feels so inevitable and how a cultivated inner light can guide us through life’s “dark rooms.” Practical examples illustrate how shifting our perception of enemies, poverty and even death can dissolve their sting. By the end of the first act, the listener is equipped with a fresh perspective on self‑development, ready to embark on a more enlightened, less painful evolutionary journey.
Language
en
Duration
~57 minutes (55K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Aug 9, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1859–1953
A railroad union leader turned Theosophical writer, he brought a practical, energetic voice to spiritual ideas. His life moved from labor activism and journalism into decades of lecturing, editing, and teaching Theosophy in America.
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