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Norman Vincent Peale

6 key ideas, each explained in our own words.

The Power of Positive Thinking

  1. IDEA 1

    Believe in yourself

    Peale argues that humble, reasonable confidence in your abilities is essential to success and happiness.

  2. IDEA 2

    Picture success

    Hold a mental image of yourself succeeding and keep it vivid. Expectation shapes effort.

  3. IDEA 3

    Calm the mind

    Practise mental quiet each day. A peaceful mind thinks more clearly and handles pressure better.

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