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The book opens by presenting autosuggestion as an ancient yet often misunderstood mental tool that each of us carries from birth. It explains how this inner force can shape our physical well‑being and moral outlook, offering practical guidance for anyone who wishes to influence outcomes in a positive direction. By learning to direct autosuggestion consciously, readers can avoid unintentionally planting harmful ideas in themselves or others and instead foster healthier habits and attitudes.
Delving deeper, the author distinguishes between a conscious self—prone to forgetfulness—and an unconscious self, which retains a flawless memory and readily accepts suggestions. Vivid examples such as sleepwalkers performing tasks unknowingly and a delirious drunkard acting violently illustrate how the unconscious mind can drive behavior without our awareness. The text teaches techniques to engage the conscious self, replacing detrimental automatic thoughts with constructive ones, laying the groundwork for personal mastery and lasting change.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (154K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Ruth Hart
Release date
2008-11-08
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1857–1926
Best remembered for popularizing conscious autosuggestion, this French pharmacist and hypnotist turned simple, repeated affirmations into one of the early 20th century’s most recognizable self-help methods. His famous optimism-heavy approach influenced readers and patients far beyond France.
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