THE LAW OF NEW THOUGHT: The Secret Power of Thought & the Law of Attraction - William Walker Atkinson

(00:00:00) 1. WHAT IS NEW THOUGHT?

(00:25:22) 2. THOUGHTS ARE THINGS

(00:35:18) 3. THE LAW OF ATTRACTION

(00:45:03) 4. MIND BUILDING

(00:54:51) 5. THE DWELLER OF THRESHOLD

(01:07:17) 6. MIND & BODY

(01:17:07) 7. THE MIND & ITS PLANES

(01:29:36) 8. THE SUBCONSCIOUS PLANE

(01:43:34) 9. THE SUPER-CONSCIOUS FACULTIES

(01:58:29) 10. THE SOULS QUESTION

(02:04:31) 11. THE ABSOLUTE

(02:32:22) 12. THE ONENESS OF ALL

(02:46:42) 13. THE IMMORTALITY OF THE SOUL

(02:57:57) 14. THE UNFOLDMENT

(03:08:10) 15. THE GROWTH OF CONSCIOUSNESS

(03:19:42) 16. THE SOULS AWAKENING

THE LAW OF NEW THOUGHT: The Secret Power of Thought & the Law of Attraction – William Walker Atkinson (1902). What if your thoughts are not merely reflections of your reality—but one of the forces that helps create it? In The Law of New Thought – A Study of Fundamental Principles and Their Application, published in 1902, William Walker Atkinson presents a powerful early exploration of the philosophy that would become known as New Thought. Combining mental science, metaphysical philosophy, spirituality, and practical self-development, Atkinson examines the relationship between thought, consciousness, emotion, the subconscious mind, higher intelligence, and the universal principles believed to govern life.This early classic is particularly significant for anyone interested in the historical development of the Law of Attraction. Decades before modern manifestation became a popular cultural phenomenon, Atkinson was exploring ideas about the creative power of thought, the influence of mental attitudes, the subconscious mind, higher consciousness, and the relationship between individual thought and universal intelligence.Atkinson's message is fundamentally one of mental mastery. Instead of allowing fear, doubt, habit, and unconscious conditioning to determine the direction of life, the individual can learn to observe the mind, discipline thought, cultivate constructive mental patterns, and consciously direct attention toward desired objectives.The result is a fascinating journey from ordinary thought to higher consciousness.This complete HQ edition takes you through all 16 chapters, revealing the philosophical foundations behind Atkinson's approach to mind power, personal transformation, spiritual development, and the Law of Attraction. 1. WHAT IS THE “NEW THOUGHT”? Atkinson begins by defining the philosophy of New Thought and explaining its fundamental principles.New Thought is presented not as a rigid religion or dogmatic system, but as a philosophy centered upon the power of mind and the relationship between thought, consciousness, spirit, and life.The chapter establishes the foundation for everything that follows: if the mind possesses creative influence, then learning to understand and direct thought becomes essential to personal development. 2. THOUGHTS ARE THINGS One of the most famous ideas associated with New Thought appears here: thoughts are things.Atkinson explores the idea that thoughts are not meaningless abstractions but forces capable of influencing feelings, behavior, habits, decisions, and ultimately circumstances.Constructive thought can strengthen constructive action, while persistent negative thinking can reinforce limitations.The practical lesson is to become conscious of what occupies the mind and deliberately cultivate thoughts that support one's goals. 3. THE LAW OF ATTRACTION This chapter moves directly into one of the central principles of the Secret Law of Attraction tradition.Atkinson examines the principle that like attracts like and explains how sustained thought and emotional focus can influence the conditions surrounding an individual.The chapter emphasizes the importance of mental consistency. Fear, doubt, contradictory beliefs, and divided attention can undermine a person's intentions, while concentrated thought strengthens direction and purpose.For anyone interested in the origins of modern manifestation philosophy, this chapter i