I was introduced to Orison Swett Marden’s works when I read The Miracle of Right Thought in 1960, following my journey with Think and Grow Rich and The Master Key, by Hill and Haanel respectively.
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What I really wanted to focus on today is Marden’s work,An Iron Will, published 1910.
From Wikipedia:
Dr. Orison Swett Marden (1850 – 1924) was an American inspirational author who wrote on success in life and how to achieve it. His writings discuss common-sense principles and virtues that make for a well-rounded, successful life. Many of his ideas are based on New Thought philosophy. His first book, Pushing to the Front (1894), became an instant best-seller and remains a classic in the genre of self-help. Marden later published fifty or more books and booklets, averaging two titles per year. He is also known for his many pamphlets”.
Orison Sweet Marden is also know as the Founder of Success Magazine in 1897. It was later combined with the a magazine from Clement Stone and and actually Og Mandino was president of the magazine in the 1970’s.
I have been intrigued with several of his pamphlets, most notably An Iron Will and have decided to narrate the entire text and have available to your “listening pleasure”
The one section that struck me the most was section on Persistence
Napoleon Hill said “Most great people have attained their greatest success just one step beyond their greatest failure.” and not taking that final step
Take a moment and listen to the narration and let me know your thoughts on delivery, cadence etc., along with the powerful content.
Your input will help us produce a quality audio Book, that will help others develop the skill set of Persistency
The excitement is building as I progress in Week #2 of the Master Key Master Mind Alliance journey.
At least as fast as this 70+ year subconscious and conscious mind can assimilate ~smile
Reviewing Week #2 of the Master Key, by Charles Haanel, reinforced my earlier commitment to the Power From Within that is generated when we learn to TRAIN our Subconscious Mind. The Subconscious is such a dynamic, always available, machine of greatness or emptiness and negativity.
Not only have the daily recitals of Og Mandino’s Scroll One been beneficial, the direction from Mark and his crew regarding the use of Index Cards for focusing thought and creating good habits.
The Letter of Transmittal for Week 2 of The Master Key has an impact every time I read for the past 5 decades.
Listen for yourself
Click the arrow
As mentioned previously I have wandered several times from my Definite Major Purpose (Established in 1960) and let a few of my solid Habits get pushed aside by external pressures. Being part of the #MKMMA Master Key Master Mind Alliance has reinforced my original Life commitment and I have been experiencing the thrill of getting back to ME and how I was destined to live.
Do those statements sound Egotistical and Full of Self?
In some ways they should, with the exception of EGO. The writings of Hill, Haanel, Marden and Mandino all point to fact that EGO (as defined by society) is devoid of a person who Knows the Keys to unlocking and mastering the Subconscious Mind.
Being Full of Self is a good. We cannot give to others that which we do NOT possess. The Law if Dual Thought explains that unique life force very well.
From Week #2 The Master Key, by Charles Haanel
…..3. The subconscious soul, like a benevolent stranger, works and makes provision for our benefit, pouring only the mature fruit into our lap; thus ultimate analysis of thought processes shows that the subconscious is the theatre of the most important mental phenomena.
4. It is through the subconscious that Shakespeare must have perceived, without effort, great truths which are hidden from the conscious mind of the student; that Phidias fashioned marble and bronze; that Raphael painted Madonnas and Beethoven composed symphonies.
5. Ease and perfection depend entirely upon the degree in which we cease to depend upon the consciousness; playing the piano, skating, operating the typewriter, the skilled trades, depend for their perfect execution on the process of the sub-conscious mind. The marvel of playing a brilliant piece on the piano, while at the same time conducting a vigorous conversation, shows the greatness of our subconscious powers.
But we must Exercise that talent…….
and this what The Master Key Master Mind has helped so many understand.
The excitement is building as I progress in Week #2 of the Master Key Master Mind Alliance journey.
At least as fast as this 70+ year subconscious and conscious mind can assimilate ~smile
Reviewing Week #2 of the Master Key, by Charles Haanel, reinforced my earlier commitment to the Power From Within that is generated when we learn to TRAIN our Subconscious Mind. The Subconscious is such a dynamic, always available, machine of greatness or emptiness and negativity.
Not only have the daily recitals of Og Mandino’s Scroll One been beneficial, the direction from Mark and his crew regarding the use of Index Cards for focusing thought and creating good habits.
The Letter of Transmittal for Week 2 of The Master Key has an impact every time I read for the past 5 decades.
Listen for yourself
Click the arrow
As mentioned previously I have wandered several times from my Definite Major Purpose (Established in 1960) and let a few of my solid Habits get pushed aside by external pressures. Being part of the #MKMMA Master Key Master Mind Alliance has reinforced my original Life commitment and I have been experiencing the thrill of getting back to ME and how I was destined to live.
Do those statements sound Egotistical and Full of Self?
In some ways they should, with the exception of EGO. The writings of Hill, Haanel, Marden and Mandino all point to fact that EGO (as defined by society) is devoid of a person who Knows the Keys to unlocking and mastering the Subconscious Mind.
Being Full of Self is a good. We cannot give to others that which we do NOT possess. The Law if Dual Thought explains that unique life force very well.
From Week #2 The Master Key, by Charles Haanel
…..3. The subconscious soul, like a benevolent stranger, works and makes provision for our benefit, pouring only the mature fruit into our lap; thus ultimate analysis of thought processes shows that the subconscious is the theatre of the most important mental phenomena.
4. It is through the subconscious that Shakespeare must have perceived, without effort, great truths which are hidden from the conscious mind of the student; that Phidias fashioned marble and bronze; that Raphael painted Madonnas and Beethoven composed symphonies.
5. Ease and perfection depend entirely upon the degree in which we cease to depend upon the consciousness; playing the piano, skating, operating the typewriter, the skilled trades, depend for their perfect execution on the process of the sub-conscious mind. The marvel of playing a brilliant piece on the piano, while at the same time conducting a vigorous conversation, shows the greatness of our subconscious powers.
But we must Exercise that talent…….
and this what The Master Key Master Mind has helped so many understand.
On Sunday, October 5, 2014 I eagerly attended the Week Two Webinar of The Master Key Master Mind Alliance, conducted by Mark Januszewski and his dynamic crew.
“I am here for a purpose and that purpose is to grow into a mountain, not to shrink to a grain of sand. Henceforth will I apply ALL my efforts to become the highest mountain of all and I will strain my potential until it cries for mercy. ” ― Og Mandino, The Greatest Salesman in the World
The first week’s assignment was to read and digest Week One of The Master Key, start reading, daily, Scroll One of theThe Greatest Salesman in the World, and that continuesfor 30 days, and redefine our Definite Major Purposes (DMP) and set up our 3 x 5 card system to help focus on Habit Change and Focus.
Item #1
I was interested in the fact I have probably been using the wrong WORD in defining my DMP. Over the past 50+ years I have used the word Freedom associated with one of my two Definite Major Purposes (DMP), but thanks to Mark Januszewski and his direction, the more appropriate word would be Autonomy.
Is there a difference?
Since our Subconscious Mind does NOT know Good from Bad, Big to Little maybe NOT; but there are subtle differences, according to accepted definitions:
Autonomy:
Freedom from external control or influence; independence
Personal (or individual) autonomy should also be distinguished from freedom, although again, there are many renderings of these concepts, and certainly some conceptions of positive freedom will be equivalent to what is often meant by autonomy (Berlin 1969, 131– 34).
Generally, one can distinguish autonomy from freedom in that the latter concerns the ability to act, without external or internal constraints and also (on some conceptions) with sufficient resources and power to make one’s desires effective. Cited from http://plato.stanford.edu/entries/autonomy-moral
So I have readjustment my Subconscious and Conscious mind to see
Autonomy.
Do you think it is a major difference? Express your thoughts in comments below.
Item #2
The next direction discussed was the impact and importance of staying the course of Og Mandino’s 10 Scrolls, from his 1968 book The Greatest Salesman in the World.
The book directs the reader to read the Scrolls, starting with Scroll One, 3 x’s a day for 30 days. I know that seems a bit sophomoric in this “sophisticated, fast paced” environment…….
BUT
The object of that exercise is TO ESTABLISH habit. And they are GOOD Habits. Our Subconscious Mind (“Subby” as named on the Webinar) does not know the difference of Good or Bad nor from where the content or data originates. If we allow or Conscious mind to provide Garbage to our Subby, garbage becomes our thought, and since thoughts are things, and things manifest, we end up being purveyors of Not-So Valuable Content and Influence. (CRAP)
So the repetition of the scrolls has merit as a Proved method of creating new Positive Habits.
Do you agree or disagree?
Would you Read something daily for 30 days and 10 Months
Comment Below
Item #3
“By far the greatest discovery of all the centuries is the power of thought.” – Charles F Haanel –
As the ongoing challenge requires, each week we are directed to read several and apply the Exercises offered in Charles Haanel’s Classic, The Master Key (remember, FREE copies always available here)
Since The Master Key was originally published as a 24-week correspondence course in 1912. It was later published in book form in 1916 by Psychology Publishing, St. Louis and The Master Key Institute, New York, I am used to using the words WEEK when referencing the “Chapters”. Interesting side note that it cost $1.00 per week. The subscriber would complete the exercise and send back with $1.00 for the next “Week’s Chapter”
Week Two focuses on the Subconscious Mind (Subby) and has always been a Favorite of mine for review since first reading in 1960.
Week 2 The Master Key Paragraph 7:
7. The value of the subconscious is enormous; it inspires us; it warns us; it furnishes us with names, facts and scenes from the storehouse of memory. It directs our thoughts, tastes, and accomplishes tasks so intricate that no conscious mind, even if it had the power, has the capacity for.
If you would enjoy listening to Week 2, open player below
I recorded the entire The Master Key several years ago and is Available as Complete Download.
On Sunday, October 5, 2014 I eagerly attended the Week Two Webinar of The Master Key Master Mind Alliance, conducted by Mark Januszewski and his dynamic crew.
“I am here for a purpose and that purpose is to grow into a mountain, not to shrink to a grain of sand. Henceforth will I apply ALL my efforts to become the highest mountain of all and I will strain my potential until it cries for mercy. ” ― Og Mandino, The Greatest Salesman in the World
The first week’s assignment was to read and digest Week One of The Master Key, start reading, daily, Scroll One of theThe Greatest Salesman in the World, and that continuesfor 30 days, and redefine our Definite Major Purposes (DMP) and set up our 3 x 5 card system to help focus on Habit Change and Focus.
Item #1
I was interested in the fact I have probably been using the wrong WORD in defining my DMP. Over the past 50+ years I have used the word Freedom associated with one of my two Definite Major Purposes (DMP), but thanks to Mark Januszewski and his direction, the more appropriate word would be Autonomy.
Is there a difference?
Since our Subconscious Mind does NOT know Good from Bad, Big to Little maybe NOT; but there are subtle differences, according to accepted definitions:
Autonomy:
Freedom from external control or influence; independence
Personal (or individual) autonomy should also be distinguished from freedom, although again, there are many renderings of these concepts, and certainly some conceptions of positive freedom will be equivalent to what is often meant by autonomy (Berlin 1969, 131– 34).
Generally, one can distinguish autonomy from freedom in that the latter concerns the ability to act, without external or internal constraints and also (on some conceptions) with sufficient resources and power to make one’s desires effective. Cited from http://plato.stanford.edu/entries/autonomy-moral
So I have readjustment my Subconscious and Conscious mind to see
Autonomy.
Do you think it is a major difference? Express your thoughts in comments below.
Item #2
The next direction discussed was the impact and importance of staying the course of Og Mandino’s 10 Scrolls, from his 1968 book The Greatest Salesman in the World.
The book directs the reader to read the Scrolls, starting with Scroll One, 3 x’s a day for 30 days. I know that seems a bit sophomoric in this “sophisticated, fast paced” environment…….
BUT
The object of that exercise is TO ESTABLISH habit. And they are GOOD Habits. Our Subconscious Mind (“Subby” as named on the Webinar) does not know the difference of Good or Bad nor from where the content or data originates. If we allow or Conscious mind to provide Garbage to our Subby, garbage becomes our thought, and since thoughts are things, and things manifest, we end up being purveyors of Not-So Valuable Content and Influence. (CRAP)
So the repetition of the scrolls has merit as a Proved method of creating new Positive Habits.
Do you agree or disagree?
Would you Read something daily for 30 days and 10 Months
Comment Below
Item #3
“By far the greatest discovery of all the centuries is the power of thought.” – Charles F Haanel –
As the ongoing challenge requires, each week we are directed to read several and apply the Exercises offered in Charles Haanel’s Classic, The Master Key (remember, FREE copies always available here)
Since The Master Key was originally published as a 24-week correspondence course in 1912. It was later published in book form in 1916 by Psychology Publishing, St. Louis and The Master Key Institute, New York, I am used to using the words WEEK when referencing the “Chapters”. Interesting side note that it cost $1.00 per week. The subscriber would complete the exercise and send back with $1.00 for the next “Week’s Chapter”
Week Two focuses on the Subconscious Mind (Subby) and has always been a Favorite of mine for review since first reading in 1960.
Week 2 The Master Key Paragraph 7:
7. The value of the subconscious is enormous; it inspires us; it warns us; it furnishes us with names, facts and scenes from the storehouse of memory. It directs our thoughts, tastes, and accomplishes tasks so intricate that no conscious mind, even if it had the power, has the capacity for.
If you would enjoy listening to Week 2, open player below
I recorded the entire The Master Key several years ago and is Available as Complete Download.
Orison Sweet Marden is also know as the Founder of Success Magazine in 1897. It was later combined with the a magazine from Clement Stone and and actually Og Mandino was president of the magazine in the 1970’s.
Take a moment and listen to the narration and let me know your thoughts on delivery,
cadence etc., along with the powerful content.
