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How do you deal with heartache? What is the most effective way to cope with emotional pain? Grief, sorrow, and other forms of heartache and inner suffering are part of being human. It happens at some point to everyone and there is no surefire way to avoid emotional hurt altogether. Here, Norman Vincent Peale, the author of The Power of Positive Thinking, shares his advice on how to cure heartache.
What is The Power of Positive Thinking about? How can having faith, according to its author Norman Vincent Peale, help you live a happier and more fulfilling life? In his book The Power of Positive Thinking, Norman Vincent Peale outlines the practical techniques of applied Christianity to help you take control of the events in your life rather than be directed by them. As a result of these methods, you can enjoy better relationships, a greater sense of well-being, robust health and energy, and a stronger sense of purpose in the world. Below is a brief overview of The Power
Are you always tense and agitated? Do you have difficulty relaxing and just “muting” your problems for even a short time? People have difficulty relaxing and this stops them from living a full life. If you are always on edge and can’t relax easily, try to slow down: consciously do everything more easily, slowly, and without pressure. Here are some relaxation tips from Norman Vincent Peale, the author of The Power of Positive Thinking.
Do you believe that you can manifest reality with your thoughts? How do thoughts influence one’s personality and life experiences? Your thoughts are powerful—they dictate the type of life you lead, the kind of person you are, and the experiences you have. Your thoughts can create or change the conditions around you. You can think yourself into or out of a situation. Here is how you can embrace the power of positive thoughts to change yourself and your life for the better.
Do you feel low on energy for no apparent reason? Do you constantly feel tired, struggling to summon enough energy to enjoy life and do what needs to be done? According to Norman Vincent Peale, the author of The Power of Positive Thinking, having low energy is often the result of what’s going on in your mind—your thoughts affect how you feel physically. When your thoughts tell you you’re tired, the body accepts this and feels tired. But when your mind and thoughts are engaged and interested in what you’re doing, you have the energy to keep going indefinitely. Here
Can faith in God heal physical ailments? How can the simple act of believing and trusting in the divine principle help to cure a bodily disease? According to Norman Vincent Peale, the author of The Power of Positive Thinking, faith, when understood and applied in the right manner, can be a powerful factor in overcoming health obstacles. He argues that the amazing power of faith is not used enough in healing. Faith can work miracles, but these miracles are actually the result of spiritually scientific principles. Here is how the healing power of God can be combined with medicine to
Do you believe that happiness is a choice? How does one choose to be happy? We create our own happiness in this life, and we get to decide if we’re happy or unhappy. Abraham Lincoln said, “Most folks are as happy as they make up their minds to be.” One way to choose to be happy is to cultivate a happiness habit. Here is how you can get into the habit of being happy.
Do you often find yourself feeling agitated and restless? Do you get worked up over trivialities? Do you wish you could just switch off your mind sometimes so you could give at least a minute of rest? We often make life more difficult for ourselves by getting agitated and worked up about situations. Vincent Norman Peale, the author of The Power of Positive Thinking, calls this “fuming and fretting.” To gain power and live life to the fullest, we have to stop all this fuming and fretting. Here is how to cope with agitation and restlessness, according to Peale.
What does it mean to put your trust in God? Do you believe you can ask God a question and trust you get an answer? According to Norman Vincent Peale, the author of The Power of Positive Thinking, God will always answer if you put your trust in Him. To communicate with God, you need to state your problem, then ask for a specific answer. Believe you will get that answer and believe that right now you are gaining the power to deal with your problem. Here is how to ask God for help, according to Peale.
What makes a person likeable? What do you think likeable people do differently? According to Norman Vincent Peale, the author of The Power of Positive Thinking, people generally like people who are “comfortable”—others feel at ease in their presence. Another important factor in being likeable is the ability to make people feel they are important, boosting their ego in some way. Keep reading for Peale’s advice on how to be likeable.