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YOUR FORCES AND HOW TO USE THEM: The Original Principles of the Law of Attraction - Prentice Mulford (1886)
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(00:00:00) 1. YOU TRAVEL WHEN YOU SLEEP
(00:19:55) 2. WHERE YOU TRAVEL WHEN YOU SLEEP
(00:41:22) 3. THE ART OF FORGETTING
(01:01:40) 4. HOW THOUGHTS ARE BORN
(01:20:21) 5. THE LAW OF SUCCESS
(01:42:48) 6. HOW TO KEEP YOUR STRENGTH
(02:01:15) 7. CONSIDER THE LILIES
(02:13:32) 8. THE ART OF STUDY
(02:34:13) 9. PROFIT & LOSS IN ASSOCIATES
(02:50:52) 10. THE SLAVERY OF FEAR
(03:02:55) 11. WHAT ARE SPIRITUAL GIFTS
(03:23:18) 12. THE PROCESS OF RE‑EMBODIMENT
(03:37:38) 13. OUR RE‑EMBODIMENT UNIVERSAL IN THE NATURE
YOUR FORCES AND HOW TO USE THEM: The Birth of The Law of Success and the Law of Attraction – Prentice Mulford (1886).
Prentice Mulford’s Your Forces and How to Use Them stands as a cornerstone of the New Thought movement, offering some of the earliest and most profound insights into the power of the human mind to shape reality. First published in installments between May 1886 and May 1887, this groundbreaking volume introduces readers to the principles that would later evolve into what we now call the Law of Attraction and the Law of Success. In his essays, Mulford explores the hidden energies within the human mind and spirit, detailing how these forces influence every aspect of our lives. With a writing style that blends philosophy, mysticism, and practical wisdom, Mulford not only inspires readers to explore their inner potential but also provides a roadmap for harnessing their thoughts, emotions, and spiritual awareness to achieve fulfillment, success, and self-mastery.
Mulford’s philosophy rests on the premise that the mind is far more than a passive instrument of perception—it is an active, creative force capable of shaping the world around us. By understanding and aligning with universal laws, individuals can tap into this latent power, transcending limitations imposed by fear, doubt, or external circumstances. Your Forces and How to Use Them invites readers to examine their thoughts, emotions, and spiritual faculties with careful attention, offering timeless guidance on cultivating the inner strength and clarity necessary to manifest one’s desires.
The book is organized into a series of essays, each addressing a different facet of mental and spiritual development, offering profound insights into the nature of thought, the soul, and success.
I. You Travel When You Sleep
In the opening essay, Mulford introduces a revolutionary concept for his time: that the soul journeys beyond the physical body during sleep. Sleep, he argues, is not simply rest for the body but a period in which the spirit travels through realms of existence invisible to waking eyes. These nocturnal journeys are not random—they serve as avenues for learning, reflection, and spiritual growth. Dreams and intuitions are often glimpses of these travels, providing guidance and insights from a higher plane. By becoming aware of this process, Mulford suggests, we can cultivate habits of thought and intention that allow our souls to gather wisdom during sleep and bring it back into our conscious life.
II. Where You Travel When You Sleep
Building upon the first essay, Mulford delves deeper into the destinations of the soul. He asserts that the quality of these spiritual journeys depends largely on our inner thoughts and emotional state. Positive, loving, and creative minds travel to higher realms of beauty and inspiration, while fearful or negative minds may find themselves in darker, more chaotic dimensions. Mulford emphasizes the importance of purifying our inner life to elevate the soul’s experiences, suggesting that by cultivating hope, joy, and clarity, we can consciously influence the spiritual and mental realms we inhabit, even while asleep.
III. The Art of Forgetting
Mulford teaches that personal and spiritual gr
(00:19:55) 2. WHERE YOU TRAVEL WHEN YOU SLEEP
(00:41:22) 3. THE ART OF FORGETTING
(01:01:40) 4. HOW THOUGHTS ARE BORN
(01:20:21) 5. THE LAW OF SUCCESS
(01:42:48) 6. HOW TO KEEP YOUR STRENGTH
(02:01:15) 7. CONSIDER THE LILIES
(02:13:32) 8. THE ART OF STUDY
(02:34:13) 9. PROFIT & LOSS IN ASSOCIATES
(02:50:52) 10. THE SLAVERY OF FEAR
(03:02:55) 11. WHAT ARE SPIRITUAL GIFTS
(03:23:18) 12. THE PROCESS OF RE‑EMBODIMENT
(03:37:38) 13. OUR RE‑EMBODIMENT UNIVERSAL IN THE NATURE
YOUR FORCES AND HOW TO USE THEM: The Birth of The Law of Success and the Law of Attraction – Prentice Mulford (1886).
Prentice Mulford’s Your Forces and How to Use Them stands as a cornerstone of the New Thought movement, offering some of the earliest and most profound insights into the power of the human mind to shape reality. First published in installments between May 1886 and May 1887, this groundbreaking volume introduces readers to the principles that would later evolve into what we now call the Law of Attraction and the Law of Success. In his essays, Mulford explores the hidden energies within the human mind and spirit, detailing how these forces influence every aspect of our lives. With a writing style that blends philosophy, mysticism, and practical wisdom, Mulford not only inspires readers to explore their inner potential but also provides a roadmap for harnessing their thoughts, emotions, and spiritual awareness to achieve fulfillment, success, and self-mastery.
Mulford’s philosophy rests on the premise that the mind is far more than a passive instrument of perception—it is an active, creative force capable of shaping the world around us. By understanding and aligning with universal laws, individuals can tap into this latent power, transcending limitations imposed by fear, doubt, or external circumstances. Your Forces and How to Use Them invites readers to examine their thoughts, emotions, and spiritual faculties with careful attention, offering timeless guidance on cultivating the inner strength and clarity necessary to manifest one’s desires.
The book is organized into a series of essays, each addressing a different facet of mental and spiritual development, offering profound insights into the nature of thought, the soul, and success.
I. You Travel When You Sleep
In the opening essay, Mulford introduces a revolutionary concept for his time: that the soul journeys beyond the physical body during sleep. Sleep, he argues, is not simply rest for the body but a period in which the spirit travels through realms of existence invisible to waking eyes. These nocturnal journeys are not random—they serve as avenues for learning, reflection, and spiritual growth. Dreams and intuitions are often glimpses of these travels, providing guidance and insights from a higher plane. By becoming aware of this process, Mulford suggests, we can cultivate habits of thought and intention that allow our souls to gather wisdom during sleep and bring it back into our conscious life.
II. Where You Travel When You Sleep
Building upon the first essay, Mulford delves deeper into the destinations of the soul. He asserts that the quality of these spiritual journeys depends largely on our inner thoughts and emotional state. Positive, loving, and creative minds travel to higher realms of beauty and inspiration, while fearful or negative minds may find themselves in darker, more chaotic dimensions. Mulford emphasizes the importance of purifying our inner life to elevate the soul’s experiences, suggesting that by cultivating hope, joy, and clarity, we can consciously influence the spiritual and mental realms we inhabit, even while asleep.
III. The Art of Forgetting
Mulford teaches that personal and spiritual gr