February 23, 2005

A New Power Affirmation Inspired by "The Science of Getting Rich"

Here is a great affirmation that came to me this morning as I was listening to "The Science of Getting Rich" by Wallace D. Wattles:

"My purpose is definite.  My faith is fixed.  My actions are intelligent and persistent.  My success is sure."

What I like about this affirmation is that there is a natural progression built into the affirmation.

Napoleon Hill taught that "Definiteness of Purpose" or a "Definite Chief Aim" is the starting point of all achievement.   This is because outside of the forces of nature, thought is the first cause of all action.  Either your thoughts or the thoughts of others.   You can only influence the thoughts of others, you cannot control them.  The only thoughts you can control are your own.  And even that requires discipline and often tools (like affirmations).  The thoughts that are the most definite, dominant, and persistent win.  To tap the power of thought for personal achievement, you must have thoughts that are definite and full of positive faith.  And they must be emotionalized and tempered with intelligence so that you take thoughtful and persistent action.

Follow this path, and your knowledge will increase and your success will be sure.

FYI, "The Science of Getting Rich" was written by Wallace D. Wattles in the early 1900's--long before Napoleon Hill and the other now famous self-help writers.