The Power of Positive Thinking

by Norman Vincent Peale

We build up the feeling of insecurity or security by how we think. If in our thoughts we constantly fix attention upon sinister expectations of dire events that might happen, the result will be constantly to feel insecure. And what is even more serious is the tendency to create, by the power of thought, the very condition we fear.

“Attitudes are more important than facts.” That is worth repeating until its truth grips you.

Feelings of confidence depend upon the type of thoughts that habitually occupy your mind. Think defeat and you are bound to feel defeated. But practise thinking confident thoughts, make it a dominating habit, and you will develop such a strong sense of capacity that regardless of what difficulties arise you will be able to overcome them.

“Do the thing you fear and the death of fear is certain.”

your fears and insecurities will soon have no power over you.