The Mastery of Destiny
by James Allen
Deeds, character and destiny; the science of self-control; cause and effect in human conduct; training of the will; mind-building; cultivation of concentration; the power of purpose. Allen's most practical sequence.
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you want Allen on will and concentration specifically.
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Skip it if…
you want his spiritual side.
Try instead: The Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science →
Three things you will actually use
- Character is destiny, built by deeds.
- Train the will in small things.
- Purpose concentrates power.
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Read the chapter on the training of the will and do its steps.
Our verdict
Allen on will.
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