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The Majesty of Calmness - Individual Problems and Possibilities...
William George Jordan - Author of "The Kingship of Self-Control"
I The Majesty of Calmness
II Hurry, the Scourge of America
III The Power of Personal Influence
IV The Dignity of Self-Reliance
V Failure as a Success
VI Doing Our Best at All Times
VII The Royal Road to Happiness
In this concise guide the narrator invites you to explore calmness as the rarest, most powerful quality a person can cultivate. He depicts it not as passive stillness but as a steady, confident presence that keeps the mind clear through any storm. The tone is conversational yet earnest, offering a map for readers who feel adrift in a hurried world.
By contrasting calmness with hurry, fatalism, and the lure of revenge, the work shows how each distraction erodes self‑reliance. Practical suggestions—pausing to breathe, examining irritants one by one, and visualizing a deep, unmoved sea—provide concrete ways to anchor yourself in the moment. Short, vivid illustrations, such as the heron versus the eagle, make the ideas immediate and memorable.
Listeners will come away with a sense that true strength lies in quiet resolve, ready to rebuild after any setback. The invitation is simple: practice calm, let it become the crown of your self‑control, and discover a steadier path toward personal happiness.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (65K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Curtis A. Weyant, Charles Franks, and the Distributed Proofreading Team.
Release date
Nov 1, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1864–1928
Best remembered for calm, practical essays on self-mastery, this American writer spoke to readers who wanted steadier minds and stronger character. His work blends literary grace with clear advice on poise, discipline, and everyday inner strength.
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