
Dr. Norman Vincent Peale (1898–1993) was a minister and author (most notably of The Power of Positive Thinking) and a progenitor of the theory of "positive thinking". Peale was born in Bowersville, Ohio. He graduated from Bellefontaine High School, Bellefontaine, Ohio. He has earned degrees at Ohio Wesleyan University (where he became a brother of the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta) and Boston University School of Theology. Raised as a Methodist and ordained as a Methodist minister in 1922, Peale changed his religious affiliation to the Reformed Church in America in 1932 and began a 52-year tenure as pastor of Marble Collegiate Church in Manhattan. During that time the church's membership grew from 600 to over 5000, and he became one of New York City's most famous preachers.
"This book is written with the sole objective of helping the reader achieve a happy, satisfying, and worthwhile life." -- Norman Vincent PealeThe Power of Positive Thinking has helped millions of men and women to achieve fulfillment in their lives. In this phenomenal bestseller, Dr. Peale demonstrates the power of faith in action. With the practical techniques outlined in this book, you can energize your life -- and give yourself the initiative needed to carry out your ambitions and hopes. You'll learn how to: believe in yourself and in everything you do build new power and determination develop the power to reach your goals break the worry habit and achieve a relaxed life improve your personal and professional relationships assume control over your circumstances be kind to yourself
by Norman Vincent Peale
Rating: 4.4 ⭐
Discover the Life-Changing Wisdom in Dr. Norman Vincent Peale's 'The Power of Positive Thinking'Unlock the secrets to personal success and happiness with Dr. Norman Vincent Peale's groundbreaking masterpiece, 'The Power of Positive Thinking.' Embark on a transformative journey as you delve into the power of optimism and harness the extraordinary benefits of positive thinking.Tap into the Boundless Potential of PositivityWith every page of 'The Power of Positive Thinking,' Dr. Peale empowers readers to embrace the incredible power of a positive mindset. Discover how positive thinking can reshape your life, turning obstacles into opportunities and setbacks into stepping stones toward success. This book isn't just a read; it's a life-altering experience.Dr. Peale's profound insights and practical advice offer more than just motivation – they provide a roadmap to achieving your goals and overcoming challenges with unwavering confidence. Learn how to cultivate resilience, build self-confidence, and achieve lasting happiness, all through the transformative power of positive thinking.Why 'The Power of Positive Thinking' Is Your Key to Personal Discover how a positive mindset can transform your life, enabling you to achieve your dreams and overcome challenges.Practical Learn actionable techniques to cultivate positivity, boost self-esteem, and maintain optimism even in the face of adversity.Emotional Gain valuable insights into managing stress, anxiety, and negative emotions, fostering emotional resilience and well-being.Personal Unleash your full potential and take charge of your life with the confidence and optimism instilled by Dr. Peale's timeless wisdom.Don't miss your chance to transform your life and achieve unparalleled success. Let 'The Power of Positive Thinking' guide you towards a future filled with boundless opportunities and unwavering optimism. Grab your copy now and join the countless individuals who have harnessed the life-changing power of positive thinking.Harness the power of positivity for personal success with Dr. Norman Vincent Peale's “The Power of Positive Thinking.”The Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent Harness the power of positivity for personal success with the empowering guide "The Power of Positive Thinking" by acclaimed author and speaker Norman Vincent Peale. Drawing on insights from psychology, spirituality, and personal experience, Peale offers readers practical strategies for embracing positivity and achieving their goals.A classic of self-help literature, "The Power of Positive Thinking" remains a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of human thought and behavior. With its powerful insights and empowering advice, this book is a testament to the enduring importance of intellectual curiosity and personal growth.
Norman Vincent Peale, the author of the international bestseller The Power of Positive Thinking —which has had an unprecedented influence on millions of people throughout the world—shares his inspirational classic that shows you how to develop the vital knowledge of inner power to carry you over every obstacle.When you have a problem—no matter how baffling, difficult, or discouraging it may be, there is one basic principle to remember and apply, according to Dr. Peale: persistence through perception.He shows how you too, can make the impossible possible by learning how to:—Motivate yourself—Believe in yourself and have confidence—Forget your fears—Make miracles happen—Avoid thoughts of failure—Draw on the resources in your mind—Ease up and have a sense of humor—Get on top of things and stay thereThese dramatic, heartwarming stories in You Can If You Think You Can show how men and women—of all ages and all walks of life—transformed their lives and careers by following Dr. Peale’s philosophy of positive thinking.Don’t miss his other timeless, bestselling classics:The Power of Positive Thinking : The greatest inspirational bestseller of the century offers confidence without fear, and a life of enrichment and luminous vitality.Inspiring Messages for Daily Living: Realistic, practical answers to the hundreds of challenges we face from day to day—ordinary problems encountered during personal difficulties, in family relationships, on the job, and in dealing with those around us.The Art of Real Happiness (written with Smiley Blanton, M.D.): An unusual blend of age-old truths and modern psychiatric techniques. Peale and Blanton identify—and show how to overcome—essential problems and conflicts that so often plague us and frustrate our chances for happiness.
The concept is a form of mental activity called imaging. It consists of vividly picturing in your mind a desired goal or objective and holding that image until it sinks into your unconscious mind, where it releases great untapped energies.Through Positive Imaging you will learn how to-- Solve your money problems-- Outwit worry-- Banish loneliness-- Improve your health-- Strengthen your marriage-- Relate to others more successfullyDiscover the power available to you through Positive Imaging.You can take control of your problems.You can command your life.This book is designed to help you do it -- and do it well.
"I am convinced that the fortunate individuals who achieve the most in life are invariably activated by enthusiasm." -- Norman Vincent PealeIf you have a tough time coping with life's disturbances, disappointments, and challenges, this book is for you. Dr. Peale offers a simple, sure-fire solution for a healthy dose of enthusiasm. Enthusiasm is the magic ingredient that can make the difference between success and failure, and it can help you • improve your problem-solving abilities• overcome your fears• sharpen your mind• make your job more rewarding• calm your tensions• build self-confidence• kindle the powerful motivation that makes things happen
Filled with letters, anecdotes, and examples drawn from the author's extensive counseling experience with men and women of all ages and walks of life, this powerful guide offers a profound yet easily applied message to every individual: You can conquer personal fears, triumph over adversity, and transform and enhance your daily life. Inside, you'll find the concrete steps necessary for developing confidence and self-esteem, Dr. Peale's personal recipe for happiness, and a simple but powerful formula for molding your own destiny and finding fulfillment in life.
"This is a result book....It is the story of the thrilling things that happened to people when they applied the principles of dynamic change to their lives." -- Norman Vincent PealeThis accessible, all-encompassing guide will help you to achieve success and confidence, a sense of well-being, and an inner strength that you never dreamed possible. How? Through positive thinking -- a form of thought that involves looking for the best results from the worst conditions. Dr. Peale's time-honored methods • step-by-step advice for developing personal strength• confidence-building words to live by• sound, sensible ways to overcome self-doubt• effective strategies for achieving good health• a program to release the vast energies within you• accepting ourselves and our individual needs• embracing the spiritual forces that surround you
by Norman Vincent Peale
Rating: 4.2 ⭐
Compiling the wisdom of nine books—including international bestseller The Power of Positive Thinking —this timeless classic provides readers with a daily message of inspiration and affirmation from Norman Vincent Peale.Norman Vincent Peale’s philosophy of positive thinking has had an unprecedented influence on millions of people throughout the world. Now, the wisdom of nine books—including The Power of Positive Thinking —can be found within these pages. Timeless in their message, invaluable in the course of daily life, Dr. Peale’s classic books provide inspiration when you most need it and lead the way to a fuller, happier, more satisfying life. With a new introduction by Dr. Peale , Positive Thinking Every Day will help make your every day the best it can possibly be.
"Change your thoughts and you change your life." -- Norman Vincent PealeA Guide to Confident Living shows you how to release your inner powers to achieve confidence and contentment. Using accessible language, Dr. Peale helps you find the way to new energy that will actually revitalize your life. Here, he offers advice on how to:• free your inner powers• "talk out" your troubles• lose your inferiority complex• achieve a calm center for your life• practice the power of prayer• find freedom from fear and sorrow• attain marital, professional, and personal happiness
by Norman Vincent Peale
Rating: 4.3 ⭐
Author of the greatest inspirational bestseller of our time offers positive strategies for success in business and personal life. The remarkable self-help phenomenon, The Power of Positive Thinking , plus the successful The Positive Principle Today and Enthusiasm Makes the Difference show why Norman Vincent Peale has helped millions of readers transform their lives and find joy and fulfillment.
Ethics in business is the most urgent problem facing America today. Now two of the best-selling authors of our time, Kenneth Blanchard and Norman Vincent Peale, join forces to meet this crisis head-on in this vitally important new book. The Power of Ethical Management proves you don't have to cheat to win. It shows today's managers how to bring integrity back to the workplace. It gives hard-hitting, practical, ethical strategies that build profits, productivity, and long-term success. From a straightforward three-step Ethics Check that helps you evaluate any action or decision, to the "Five P's" of ethical behavior that will clarify your purpose and your goals, The Power of Ethical Management gives you an immensely useful set of tools. These can be put to work right away to enhance the performance of your business and to enrich the quality of your life. The Power of Ethical Management is no theoretical treatise; Peale and Blanchard speak from their own enormous and unique experience, They reveal the nuts and bolts, practical strategies for ethical decisions that will show you why integrity pays.
You can fulfill your desires, realize your dreams, and find true happiness! You already have the power to achieve all this -- and much more. Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, one of the most popular and inspirational writers of all time, explains how you can tap this inexhaustible reserve of energy within you. The key is the Plus Factor which, when activated, will give you the motivation to do what you want to do and to achieve health, confidence, and security.Learn how the Plus Factor can add vitality and excitement to every area of your life through* the unlocking of your potential through creative dreaming* the setting of positive goals that will enrich your inner self* overcoming setbacks by persistence and perseverance in obtaining your goals* and much more!Find out today how the Plus Factor can change your life!
Gives advice on setting goals, obtaining peace of mind, alleviating depression, breaking self-destructive habits, and improving spiritual and physical health
by Norman Vincent Peale
Rating: 4.7 ⭐
Inspiring stories of the transformative power of the Savior’s love in today’s world from the bestselling author of The Power of Positive Thinking. One of the most inspirational and influential spiritual leaders of the 20th century, minister and bestselling author Norman Vincent Peale transformed the lives of millions worldwide with his groundbreaking book, The Power of Positive Thinking. In The Positive Power of Jesus Christ, the revered pastor of the world-famous Marble Collegiate Church proclaims his unshakable faith in Christ the Savior with inspiring stories of healing and hope, of the ways in which his life and the lives of others were profoundly touched by the holy hand of God’s Son. In this beautiful, everlasting work, Dr. Peale contends that, “positive thinking really means a faith attitude . . . [and] only faith can turn the life around.” In sharing these thrilling true accounts of people from all walks of life who have experienced the positive saving power of Christ—including his own powerful witnessing of the Savior’s work—Peale offers a humble tribute to our blessed Lord, demonstrating the many ways in which His love can truly change the world.
by Norman Vincent Peale
Rating: 4.6 ⭐
ARE YOU NEGLECTING THE GREATEST SOURCE OF POWER IN YOUR LIFE?The Power of Faith is one of the earliest and most profoundly practical works to come from the Rev. Norman Vincent Peale, author of The Power of Positive Thinking.Written in 1940, twelve years before Peale's classic on positivity, The Power of Faith describes in simple, clear terms how to harness the extraordinary energies of prayer, reflection, faith, and religious insight to revolutionize your life in the areas of relationships, business, self-image, healing, guilt, peace of mind, and purpose.In this first-ever abridgement-introduced and edited by PEN Awardwinning historian and New Thought scholar Mitch Horowitz-the pioneering minister of positive spirituality shows In the space of a single sitting, allow Norman Vincent Peale to imbue you with a whole new sense of life.
Healthy, positive attitudes are within reach with the help of this guidebook. Peale offers inspirational advice for problems like apathy, doubt, and fear.
"Those who received help from The Power of Positive Thinking will find in these pages further guidance toward a more dynamic and creative life."-- Norman Vincent PealeIn this dynamic guide to fruitful and joyous living, Dr. Peale shows in example after example, drawn from life, how the magic of attitude can perform miracles in your daily existence. He proves that only with deep and honest belief -- in yourself, your work, and in God -- can these miracles occur. He also makes clear that achievement of lasting fulfillment is an active process and shows youHow to put positive thinking into actionHow to use the magnificent power of beliefHow to learn from your mistakesHow enthusiasm can work wonders for youHow to attain self-confidenceHow to live above pain and sufferingHow to lift depression and live vitally
"If you want to live in this tough world and still have some real faith and optimism, this book is for you." -- Norman Vincent PealeThe many ills of the modern world can be debilitating. With so much seemingly senseless violence, pain, and destruction, we need a lot of inner strength to overcome cynicism and despair -- and to remain hopeful about the future. With Dr. Peale's careful guidance, you can achieve happiness and security by learning how • Conquer your fear• Free yourself of guilty feelings• Live well and prosper, personally and professionally• Become physically healthy -- the natural way• Stay enthusiastic even in poor circumstances• Tackle problems hopefully and creatively• Harness the power of prayer
Using the Scripture as his guide, Dr. Peale shares invigorating and confidence boosting ways to, with God’s help, lift yourself up in the face of conflict, helping readers find ways to be enthusiastic in the face of difficulty, conquer stress when it seems insurmountable and overwhelming, and being a confident Christian that friends and loved ones turn to when they’re facing their own difficulties.
by Norman Vincent Peale
Rating: 4.1 ⭐
Contained within this beautiful volume is a way of applying faith that will help readers in all areas of their lives.
"The positive principle is based on the fact that there is always an answer, a right answer, and that positive thinking through a sound intellectual process can always produce that answer." -- Norman Vincent PealeHow do you turn potentially devastating situations into actual life-strengthening experiences? Through the positive principle. In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Peale shows you how to renew and sustain the power of positive thinking...and take a new look at the word impossible. Using the positive principle, you'll learn how • Organize your personality forces into action• Use self-repeating enthusiasm• Drop old, tired, gloomy thoughts and habits• Work wonders with a can-do attitude• React creatively to upsetting situations• Believe that nothing can get you down• Use the power of faith to come alive
The key to a successful and happy life lies within you. Confidence in your own abilities and powers can unlock your potential and help you live a more fulfilling life. The Power Of Positive Thinking For Young People will help you build self-confidence and unleash your inner powers. Learn from the original master of the positive thinking theory, and transform your life into an energized and growth oriented existence. The book is an adapted version of the The Power Of Positive Thinking, a truly inspiring all-time bestseller. Positive Thinking For Young People is youth oriented and is intended to teach young people how to use the power of positive thinking to achieve greater success in their lives. The author addresses the most common issues faced by teenagers, and presents a series of pragmatic steps for dealing with them. The Power Of Positive Thinking For Young People enables young people to develop a positive approach to life, and elucidates on the various ways they can maximize their energy and talent. The book is well designed and its relevant practical approach makes it an engaging read. In essence the book is a powerful tool for building self-confidence in order to achieve the most in life.
Gives the following message: If you believe that the power of God within you is equal to any of life's difficulties, then a rewarding life will be yours.
The Rev. Dr. Norman Vincent Peale’s inspirational The Power of Positive Thinking is one of the most influential books of modern times. It has sold more than twenty-four million copies worldwide and been translated into forty-two languages. It quotes generously from the Christian Bible. Hasan Abdullah Ismaik created and annotated the Interfaith 21st Century Edition with analogous quotes from the Quran, the Hebrew Bible, and the modern Christian New King James Version Bible to resonate with people of all faiths, awakening them to the shared philosophy and beliefs of the three Abrahamic religions—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—and provide a unifying and universal voice in our polarized world.
The immensely popular author of The Power of Positive Thinking and other inspirational works presents fifteen of his most popular and most touching sermons in this handsomely bound edition.
This inspirational reader, edited by the author of "The Power of Positive Thinking", contains a selection of the words of great thinkers and writers, and anecdotes about remarkable people, from da Vinci to Jung. The anthology aims to stimulate the mind and deepen the spiritual life.
Collection of Selected Short stories that are of the theme of courage and confidence. The Art of Happiness etc.
A life-affirming treasure trove of daily inspiration from the bestselling “guru” of positive thinkingTo have a great day every day it helps to think great thoughts and to concentrate on at least one every day. Philosopher, self-help innovator, and minister, Norman Vincent Peale invites readers to Have a Great Day . . . every day! The influential author whose groundbreaking bestseller, The Power of Positive Thinking, changed millions of lives all over the world now offers inspiration for every day of the year with an uplifting volume of positive thought to nourish our souls and spirits, and help us through even the darkest of times. From profound “thought conditioners,” accentuating the everyday positive, to “spirit lifters” devised to help us soar above our troubles, Dr. Peale’s effective affirmations are “daily vitamins” keeping us mentally and spiritually healthy throughout each and every day of the year. Each dose of Dr. Peale’s thought-provoking words of wisdom addresses a specific topic in a wide range of emotional, psychological, and physical concerns—from tapping into our inner strengths to dealing with criticism and negativity, from achieving our personal and professional goals to learning how to release tension and relax. Have a Great Day will gladden the heart with essential insights and inspirations to help each of us live every day to its fullest.
Brand new Guideposts BOOKLET. This is NOT A BOOK. It is a 24-page 4X6 BOOKLET/Pamphlet with 40 positive messages. Paper cover. Fits in your pocket or purse.
Norman Vincent Peale's The Power of Positive Thinking has changed countless lives with its uplifting and practical spiritual advice. Here, in 366 daily read ings, Peale's writings will bring a positive charge to each day. The devotions address every kind of distress--from physical to spiritual, from financial to emotional--helping the reader to turn the negative into positive. Working from a biblical basis, each day's devotion encourages the reader to grab ahold of God's blessings and dive into his presence. An emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of living life positively, one day at a time. Scripture accompanies each day's devotion, and prayers and life lifters are sprinkled throughout.