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  • THE GOD IN YOU: Unlock the Divine Power Within — Law of Attraction, Faith, Success & Abundance | Robert Collier

    THE GOD IN YOU: Unlock the Divine Power Within — Law of Attraction, Faith, Success & Abundance | Robert Collier
    Oct 29 2026
    (00:00:00) 0. PROLOGUE (00:09:35) 1. THE GOD IN YOU (00:35:39) 2. THE GOAL OF LIFE (01:01:05) 3. YOUR MENTAL BROWNIES (01:25:48) 4. THE SEED OF LIFE (01:47:58) 5. AFTER ITS KIND (02:22:15) 6. HOW TO DEVELOP FAITH POWER FOR SUCCESSFUL LIVING (03:05:23) 7. THE INFINITE LOVES YOU THE GOD IN YOU: Unlock the Divine Power Within — Law of Attraction, Faith, Success & Abundance | Robert Collier.What if the power to create a more successful, prosperous, and fulfilling life was already within you? What if the key to transforming your circumstances lay not simply in searching outside yourself, but in awakening the extraordinary creative potential of your own mind?In this episode of The Secret Law of Attraction Podcast, discover the timeless wisdom of Robert Collier's The God in You, an inspiring work exploring the relationship between divine intelligence, faith, thought, and human potential.Long before the modern self-development movement popularized the Law of Attraction, Collier explored how our inner world influences our outer experiences. Our thoughts shape our attitudes, our beliefs influence our decisions, and our expectations affect the opportunities we recognize and pursue. By cultivating faith, directing our thoughts, and developing a clear vision of our goals, we can transform how we approach life.At the heart of Collier's philosophy lies the concept of the God within: an inner source of spiritual wisdom, creativity, courage, and strength. By recognizing this potential, we can overcome limiting beliefs and approach our ambitions with greater confidence and purpose.Through spiritual wisdom, biblical teachings, and practical success principles, Collier explores how faith, visualization, and mental discipline can help turn aspirations into meaningful achievements.In this episode, we explore all seven chapters of this remarkable work, uncovering timeless lessons about the Law of Attraction, prosperity, personal growth, and spiritual fulfillment.CHAPTER 1 — THE GOD IN YOUThe opening chapter introduces Collier's central idea: divine intelligence and creative potential exist within every human being. Rather than searching exclusively outside ourselves for wisdom and power, we can develop the inner resources of faith, imagination, intuition, and determination.Our understanding of ourselves influences the way we approach life's challenges. When we recognize our capacity to learn, adapt, and create, we become more willing to pursue opportunities and overcome obstacles.Collier encourages readers to discover their inner potential and develop a deeper connection with the divine. The practical lesson is to stop allowing past disappointments or present limitations to define your future. Begin cultivating the qualities that make personal transformation possible.CHAPTER 2 — THE GOAL OF LIFEWhat does it mean to live a truly successful life? Is success measured exclusively by money, possessions, and recognition, or does genuine fulfillment require something deeper?Collier explores the relationship between life's purpose and our connection with the divine. Material prosperity can improve our circumstances, but lasting happiness also depends on our values, relationships, inner peace, and sense of purpose.He encourages readers to look beyond external achievements and consider the kind of person they wish to become. When our ambitions reflect our deepest values, success becomes more meaningful.The central lesson is that prosperity and personal achievement are most rewarding when accompanied by wisdom, gratitude, generosity, and spiritual growth.CHAPTER 3 — YOUR MENTAL BROWNIESOur minds constantly produce thoughts, expectations, and mental images. In this chapter, Collier examines how these patterns influence our emotions, decisions, and experiences.Constructive thinking can encourage confidence, creativity, and perseverance, while persistent fear and self-doubt may prevent us from recognizing opportunities or pursuing worthwhile goals.This is an important principle of the Law of Attraction: our habitual thoughts influence the way we interpret circumstances and respond to challenges.Collier encourages readers to become more conscious of their mental habits. Replace destructive self-talk with constructive alternatives, visualize meaningful goals, and surround yourself with ideas that encourage personal growth.Just as carefully selected ingredients contribute to a successful recipe, the thoughts we repeatedly cultivate can influence the direction of our lives.CHAPTER 4 — THE SEED OF LIFEEvery achievement begins with something small: an idea, a desire, a decision, or a vision of what might be possible.Collier uses the metaphor of a seed to explain how ambitions develop into reality. Drawing upon biblical teachings about sowing and reaping, he emphasizes the importance of faith, patience, persistence, and consistent effort.A seed needs suitable conditions and nourishment to grow. Similarly, a meaningful goal requires ...
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    3 h et 16 min
  • HALLOWEEN SPECIAL 🎃 THE CONQUEST OF FEAR: Mastering Fear & Unlocking the Power of Courage & Fearlessness — Basil King

    HALLOWEEN SPECIAL 🎃 THE CONQUEST OF FEAR: Mastering Fear & Unlocking the Power of Courage & Fearlessness — Basil King
    Oct 31 2026
    (00:00:00) 0. INTRODUCTION (00:13:10) 1. FEAR AND THE LIFE-PRINCIPLE (00:42:00) 2. THE LIFE-PRINCIPLE AND GOD (01:12:33) 3. GOD AND HIS SELF-EXPRESSION (01:33:50) 4. GOD'S SELF-EXPRESSION AND THE MIND OF TO-DAY (02:19:56) 5. THE MIND OF TO-DAY AND THE WORLD AS IT IS (03:11:19) 6. THE WORLD AS IT IS AND THE FALSE GOD OF FEAR (03:46:05) 7. THE FALSE GOD OF FEAR AND THE FEAR OF DEATH (04:31:25) 8. THE FEAR OF DEATH AND THE ABUNDANCE OF LIFE HALLOWEEN SPECIAL 🎃 THE CONQUEST OF FEAR: Mastering Fear and Unlocking the Power of Courage and Fearlessness — Basil KingWHAT IF THE GREATEST OBSTACLE BETWEEN YOU AND THE LIFE YOU DESIRE IS NOT THE WORLD AROUND YOU, BUT THE FEAR WITHIN YOUR OWN MIND?This Halloween, discover a timeless spiritual classic exploring one of the most powerful forces shaping human existence: fear. In The Conquest of Fear, Basil King examines how fear influences our thoughts, decisions, ambitions, and understanding of life. Rather than treating fear merely as an emotion to suppress, King explores its deeper spiritual roots and presents a philosophy founded on faith, courage, and trust in a greater power working throughout the universe. This book challenges the belief that lasting security can be found exclusively through material possessions, social position, or control over external circumstances. King encourages readers to look beyond appearances and discover a deeper foundation for confidence, peace, and personal freedom. For Halloween, this audiobook offers a meaningful opportunity to explore the fears that haunt the human imagination: fear of failure, uncertainty, rejection, loss, and ultimately, death. At the heart of King's philosophy lies the Life-Principle, the divine source of vitality and existence that he identifies with God. By developing a deeper relationship with this spiritual reality, he argues, individuals can begin to change their relationship with fear and discover a more courageous way of living. For listeners interested in the Law of Attraction, New Thought philosophy, and spiritual development, this classic offers a valuable perspective on how inner beliefs influence our experience of life. Its message goes beyond wishing for better circumstances: it invites us to transform the attitudes through which we interpret the world and respond to its challenges.Join us for this special Halloween presentation of The Conquest of Fear, a journey into spiritual understanding, the power of faith, and the possibility of living with greater courage and freedom.THE TRUE CONQUEST OF FEAR BEGINS WHEN WE STOP ALLOWING FEAR TO GOVERN OUR UNDERSTANDING OF LIFE.BASIL KING: THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY BEYOND FEARBasil King was a clergyman and author whose writings explored Christian spirituality, human psychology, and the search for a deeper understanding of existence. His work reflects an interest in the relationship between religious faith and the inner life, themes that also resonate with the broader New Thought movement's emphasis on consciousness and spiritual principles.In The Conquest of Fear, King suggests that many anxieties arise from an incomplete understanding of life. When people perceive themselves as isolated individuals struggling against an unpredictable universe, fear can become a dominant influence.King proposes a different foundation. Instead of placing ultimate confidence in circumstances that constantly change, he encourages readers to recognize the spiritual principle underlying existence. Through faith and understanding, individuals can begin to loosen fear's hold on their minds.His message remains relevant today: courage does not necessarily mean that uncertainty disappears. It means learning to face uncertainty without allowing it to dictate every decision.CHAPTER-BY-CHAPTER GUIDE: THE EIGHT STEPS TOWARD THE CONQUEST OF FEAR1. FEAR AND THE LIFE-PRINCIPLEKing introduces the Life-Principle, the vital force that sustains existence and gives life its deeper meaning. He examines fear as an influence that narrows our perspective and prevents us from expressing our abilities fully.When fear dominates the mind, possibilities become threats and challenges appear insurmountable. King invites readers to question these assumptions and reconsider whether fear accurately reflects the true nature of existence.By turning attention toward the Life-Principle, we can begin moving away from fear-driven thinking and toward a more trusting, courageous approach to life.2. THE LIFE-PRINCIPLE AND GODKing explores the relationship between the Life-Principle and God, presenting God as the spiritual reality underlying life itself.Fear can arise from feelings of isolation and abandonment. When individuals believe they must face every difficulty entirely alone, uncertainty may become overwhelming.King encourages readers to reconsider this isolation through an awareness of God's presence. Faith becomes a source of inner stability, offering a foundation that does not depend entirely on external ...
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    4 h et 40 min
  • 14 LESSONS IN YOGI PHILOSOPHY & ORIENTAL OCCULTISM: Hidden Laws of Mind, Spiritual Power & Universal Consciousness — William Walker Atkinson

    14 LESSONS IN YOGI PHILOSOPHY & ORIENTAL OCCULTISM: Hidden Laws of Mind, Spiritual Power & Universal Consciousness — William Walker Atkinson
    Oct 22 2026
    (00:00:00) Introduction (00:02:01) 1. The First Three Principles (00:27:07) 2. The Mental Principles (00:53:09) 3. The Spiritual Principles (01:18:09) 4. The Human Aura (01:43:43) 5. Thought Dynamics (02:10:01) 6. Telepathy and Clairvoyance (02:46:52) 7. Human Magnetism (03:22:55) 8. Occult Therapeutics (04:02:11) 9. Psychic Influence (04:40:47) 10. The Astral World (05:06:44) 11. Beyond the Border (05:32:42) 12. Spiritual Evolution (05:59:06) 13. Spiritual Cause and Effect (06:24:58) 14. The Yogi Path of Attainment FOURTEEN LESSONS IN YOGI PHILOSOPHY AND ORIENTAL OCCULTISM: The Hidden Laws of Mind, Spiritual Power & Universal Consciousness — William Walker Atkinson. What if understanding the hidden dimensions of the mind could transform the way you see yourself, your potential, and your relationship with the universe?In Fourteen Lessons in Yogi Philosophy and Oriental Occultism, William Walker Atkinson explores these questions through fourteen lessons on human consciousness, mental power, spiritual development, psychic phenomena, and ancient Eastern philosophy.This audiobook takes you on a journey from the physical body and instinctive mind toward spiritual illumination and higher consciousness. Along the way, Atkinson examines the human aura, thought dynamics, telepathy, clairvoyance, human magnetism, mental healing, the astral world, life after death, karma, and the path toward spiritual attainment.For listeners interested in the Law of Attraction, mind power, metaphysics, and personal transformation, this classic work offers a fascinating perspective on ideas that influenced generations of spiritual seekers.Its occult explanations should be understood as historical philosophical teachings rather than established scientific facts. Nevertheless, its discussions of self-awareness, mental discipline, and spiritual aspiration provide valuable insight into the early twentieth-century mind-power movement.THE FOURTEEN LESSONSLESSON 1 — THE FIRST THREE PRINCIPLES: The Physical Body, the Astral Body, and PranaAtkinson introduces the human constitution and the traditional Yogi concept of seven principles. He explores the physical body, the astral body, and prana, or vital force, presenting them as interconnected dimensions of human existence. This opening lesson establishes the foundation for the book's exploration of physical life, subtle energies, and consciousness.LESSON 2 — THE MENTAL PRINCIPLES: The Instinctive Mind and the IntellectThis lesson examines the instinctive mind and the intellect. The instinctive mind is associated with automatic responses, habits, and emotional impulses, while the intellect represents conscious reasoning, analysis, and judgment. Atkinson explores how understanding these mental functions may help individuals become more aware of their behavior and exercise greater control over their thoughts and decisions.LESSON 3 — THE SPIRITUAL PRINCIPLES: The Spiritual Mind, Spirit, and IlluminationAtkinson explores the spiritual mind, spirit, and illumination, presenting them as higher dimensions of human consciousness. He associates the spiritual mind with intuition, elevated understanding, and moral insight. This lesson encourages listeners to look beyond intellectual achievement and material success toward inner wisdom, spiritual development, and a deeper understanding of existence.LESSON 4 — THE HUMAN AURA: Auric Colors, Vital Energy, and Subtle DimensionsThis lesson examines the human aura as understood in historical occult philosophy. Atkinson describes the health aura, pranic aura, auras associated with the mental principles, and the spirit aura, alongside auric colors and related phenomena. Although these concepts are not scientifically established, they illustrate how occult thinkers attempted to connect physical vitality, emotional states, and spiritual development.LESSON 5 — THOUGHT DYNAMICS: The Nature, Quality, and Power of ThoughtOne of the most relevant lessons for students of the Law of Attraction, this chapter explores the nature and influence of thought. Atkinson discusses thought quality, thought forms, and the supposed power of mental influence. His teachings invite listeners to examine their habitual thinking and consider how attention, beliefs, emotions, and decisions influence behavior and personal outcomes. The lesson emphasizes the importance of directing the mind toward constructive purposes.LESSON 6 — TELEPATHY AND CLAIRVOYANCE: Psychic Perception and Hidden FacultiesAtkinson investigates telepathy, clairvoyance, clairaudience, psychometry, and other phenomena traditionally associated with psychic perception. He discusses methods believed to encourage the development of these abilities within the occult framework of his era. Although such psychic powers have not been established as reliable scientific phenomena, this lesson offers insight into humanity's enduring fascination with consciousness and the limits of ordinary perception.LESSON 7 — ...
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    6 h et 51 min
  • THE SECRET OF THE AGES: The Law of Attraction, Subconscious Mind, Wealth & Success — Robert Collier

    THE SECRET OF THE AGES: The Law of Attraction, Subconscious Mind, Wealth & Success — Robert Collier
    Oct 26 2026
    (00:00:00) 1. WORLD'S GREATEST DISCOVERY (00:13:08) 2. THE GENIE OF YOUR MIND (00:47:58) 3. THE PRIMAL CAUSE (01:28:26) 4. DESIRE - THE FIRST LAW OF GAIN (01:53:41) 5. ALADDIN & COMPANY (02:14:57) 6. SEE YOURSELF DOING IT (02:28:16) 7. “AS A MAN THINKETH” (02:43:41) 8. THE LAW OF SUPPLY (03:09:06) 9. THE FORMULA OF SUCCESS (03:27:30) 10. “THIS FREEDOM” (03:40:51) 11. THE LAW OF ATTRACTION (03:58:12) 12. THE THREE REQUISITES (04:07:56) 13. THAT OLD WITCH - BAD LUCK (04:30:57) 14. YOUR NEEDS ARE MET (04:51:31) 15. THE MASTER OF YOUR FATE (05:06:49) 16. UNAPPROPRIATED MILLIONS (05:12:25) 17. THE SECRET OF POWER (05:17:27) 18. THIS ONE THING I DO (05:32:12) 19. THE MASTER MIND (05:43:48) 20. WHAT DO YOU LACK? (05:56:54) 21. THE SCULPTOR & THE CLAY (06:09:27) 22. WHY GROW OLD? (06:35:24) 23. THE MEDICINE DELUSION (06:50:01) 24. THE GIFT OF MAGI THE SECRET OF THE AGES: Mastering the Mind for Law of Atraction, Wealth, Power & Unlimited Success — Robert Collier (1926).What if the greatest secret of success lies not outside yourself, but within your own mind? What if your thoughts, beliefs, imagination, and determination could transform how you approach wealth, happiness, and personal achievement?In this episode of The Secret Law of Attraction Podcast, we explore Robert Collier's timeless masterpiece, The Secret of the Ages, first published in 1926. This influential work combines spiritual philosophy, mental discipline, and practical success principles to explain how our inner world influences our outer experiences.Collier explores the relationship between desire, visualization, subconscious thought, faith, and prosperity. Drawing upon biblical teachings and classical philosophy, he presents a compelling message: meaningful transformation begins by changing how we think, believe, and act.In this episode, we examine all 24 chapters, uncovering timeless lessons about the Law of Attraction, mental mastery, financial success, personal freedom, and spiritual fulfillment.1. THE WORLD'S GREATEST DISCOVERY: Collier explores the profound influence of thought on human destiny. Our beliefs shape our expectations, decisions, and responses to challenges. By recognizing this connection, we can take greater responsibility for our choices and begin directing our lives toward meaningful goals.2. THE GENIE OF YOUR MIND: Using Aladdin's Genie as a metaphor, Collier illustrates the potential power of the subconscious mind. Repeated thoughts and beliefs influence our behavior and expectations. By giving our minds clear direction and reinforcing constructive ideas, we can develop habits that support achievement.3. THE PRIMAL CAUSE: This chapter examines cause and effect. Collier encourages readers to investigate the attitudes, habits, and decisions contributing to their circumstances. Instead of focusing exclusively on problems, identify what you can change, learn, or improve to create better opportunities.4. DESIRE—THE FIRST LAW OF GAIN: Every meaningful achievement begins with desire. Collier emphasizes the importance of identifying what we genuinely want and pursuing it with determination. Clear ambitions organize our attention, strengthen motivation, and encourage persistence when obstacles arise.5. ALADDIN & COMPANY: Collier returns to the Genie metaphor to explore imagination and focused intention. Clearly visualizing an objective helps direct attention toward relevant opportunities and resources. However, dreams become meaningful achievements when supported by preparation, practical decisions, and consistent action.6. SEE YOURSELF DOING IT: Visualization helps us clarify objectives and strengthen motivation. Collier encourages readers to imagine themselves accomplishing their goals. Beyond picturing success, visualize developing necessary skills, overcoming obstacles, and completing the practical steps required to achieve meaningful results.7. AS A MAN THINKETH: Inspired by James Allen's philosophy, this chapter explores the relationship between thought, character, and destiny. Constructive thinking can encourage courage and perseverance, while persistent self-doubt may discourage action. Collier urges readers to cultivate mental habits consistent with their aspirations.8. THE LAW OF SUPPLY: Collier challenges scarcity thinking and encourages an abundance-oriented perspective. Rather than concentrating exclusively on limitations, recognize opportunities to develop skills, create value, and contribute to others. Lasting prosperity requires more than positive thinking; it also depends on useful work and sound decisions.9. THE FORMULA OF SUCCESS: Collier combines several principles of achievement: definite goals, desire, visualization, faith, and persistent action. Goals provide direction, desire motivates effort, and faith supports perseverance. Consistently applying these principles helps transform inspiration into practical progress.10. THIS FREEDOM: True freedom begins with greater control over our thoughts, ...
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    7 h et 48 min
  • YOUR MIND AND HOW TO USE IT: Master the Power of Thought and the Law of Attraction — William Walker Atkinson

    YOUR MIND AND HOW TO USE IT: Master the Power of Thought and the Law of Attraction — William Walker Atkinson
    Oct 19 2026
    (00:00:00) 1. What is the Mind (00:08:03) 2. The Mechanism of Mental States (00:14:35) 3. The Great Nerve Centers (00:23:31) 4. Consciousness (00:29:05) 5. Attention (00:37:30) 6. Perception (00:48:49) 7. Memory (01:00:12) 8. Memory—Continued (01:09:31) 9. Imagination (01:21:47) 10. The Feelings (01:31:06) 11. The Emotions (01:42:56) 12. The Instinctive Emotions (01:52:42) 13. The Passions (02:02:53) 14. The Social Emotions (02:12:19) 15. The Religious Emotions (02:20:21) 16. The Aesthetic Emotions (02:28:22) 17. The Intellectual Emotions (02:36:12) 18. The Role of the Emotions (02:42:53) 19. The Emotions and Happiness (02:51:05) 20. The Intellect (03:01:36) 21. Conception (03:09:57) 22. Classes Of Concepts (03:17:50) 23. Judgments (03:26:23) 24. Primary Laws Of Thought (03:32:29) 25. Reasoning (03:38:44) 26. Inductive Reasoning (03:45:08) 27. Deductive Reasoning (03:54:23) 28. Fallacious Reasoning (04:04:30) 29. The Will (04:19:59) 30. Will-Training (04:27:32) 31. Will-Tonic YOUR MIND AND HOW TO USE IT: Master the Power of Thought and the Law of Attraction — William Walker Atkinson (1911). What if understanding your mind were the first step toward transforming your life? In Your Mind and How to Use It (1911), William Walker Atkinson explores the mental faculties that shape our thoughts, emotions, decisions, and actions. This classic work of early twentieth-century mental science and personal development offers a systematic introduction to attention, memory, imagination, emotions, reasoning, and willpower. Atkinson encourages readers to study their own minds and develop their mental abilities through greater awareness and deliberate practice. His central message is that understanding how we think and feel can help us make better decisions, strengthen self-discipline, and pursue our goals more effectively. This audiobook explores all 31 chapters of Atkinson's influential work, offering insights into the relationship between thought, perception, emotion, and purposeful action.CHAPTER-BY-CHAPTER GUIDEPART I — UNDERSTANDING THE MIND1. WHAT IS THE MIND?Atkinson introduces the nature of the mind and its principal faculties, examining how thought, feeling, perception, and awareness contribute to our experience of the world.2. THE MECHANISM OF MENTAL STATESExplore how mental states develop and interact. Atkinson encourages readers to observe their thoughts and understand the processes influencing their reactions and behavior.3. THE GREAT NERVE CENTERSThis chapter examines the relationship between the nervous system and mental activity, reflecting the physiological theories of Atkinson's era.4. CONSCIOUSNESSWhat does it mean to be conscious? Atkinson explores awareness and subjective experience, encouraging greater observation of our thoughts and mental processes.PART II — THE POWERS OF THE MIND5. ATTENTIONAttention determines what receives our mental energy. Learn why concentration is essential for learning, productivity, and directing your thoughts toward meaningful objectives.6. PERCEPTIONDiscover how we interpret sensory information and understand the world around us. This chapter examines the relationship between observation and interpretation.7. MEMORYAtkinson explores memory as the faculty that preserves and recalls experiences and knowledge, highlighting the importance of attention and mental engagement.8. MEMORY—CONTINUEDContinuing his discussion, Atkinson examines the processes involved in remembering and recalling information, encouraging the development of more effective mental habits.9. IMAGINATIONImagination enables us to visualize possibilities, develop creative ideas, and plan for the future. Atkinson explores its importance in invention, problem-solving, and personal development.PART III — FEELINGS AND EMOTIONS10. THE FEELINGSExplore the role of feelings in our mental lives and how greater awareness of our inner experiences can improve self-understanding.11. THE EMOTIONSAtkinson introduces the nature of emotions and their influence on motivation, judgment, relationships, and everyday behavior.12. THE INSTINCTIVE EMOTIONSExamine instinctive emotional responses and their influence on behavior, often before conscious reasoning has time to intervene.13. THE PASSIONSPassions can inspire powerful action but may also overwhelm judgment. Atkinson considers the importance of understanding and directing intense emotional drives.14. THE SOCIAL EMOTIONSDiscover how emotions influence relationships, cooperation, sympathy, and our desire for connection with others.15. THE RELIGIOUS EMOTIONSAtkinson explores emotions associated with religious and spiritual experiences, including the feelings connected with belief, meaning, and purpose.16. THE AESTHETIC EMOTIONSDiscover how beauty, music, art, and harmony produce emotional responses and enrich our experience of life.17. THE INTELLECTUAL EMOTIONSCuriosity, surprise, and the satisfaction of discovery can motivate learning. This chapter examines the...
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    4 h et 34 min
  • GEORGE BERKELEY – THE WORLD EXISTS ONLY IN THE MIND – IS REALITY AN ILLUSION: A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge

    GEORGE BERKELEY – THE WORLD EXISTS ONLY IN THE MIND – IS REALITY AN ILLUSION: A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge
    Oct 15 2026
    (00:00:00) Preface (00:02:02) Introduction (00:38:30) Sections 1–50 (01:30:33) Sections 51–99 (02:20:31) Sections 100–156 GEORGE BERKELEY – THE WORLD EXISTS ONLY IN THE MIND – IS REALITY AN ILLUSION? TO BE IS TO BE PERCEIVED: A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge (1710).What is reality? Do objects exist independently of the minds that perceive them, or is everything we experience fundamentally connected to perception? Can we truly know the world as it is, beyond what our senses reveal? These profound questions lie at the heart of A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge, one of the most influential works in Western philosophy, written by Irish philosopher George Berkeley and published in 1710. In this groundbreaking work, Berkeley challenges traditional assumptions about existence, matter, perception, and knowledge. Rejecting the belief that physical objects exist independently of any mind, he develops a philosophical system known as immaterialism, arguing that the existence of sensible objects consists in their being perceived. His famous principle, esse est percipi—to be is to be perceived—summarizes this revolutionary position. Yet Berkeley's philosophy is more than an abstract intellectual exercise. He seeks to defend common sense, overcome skepticism, expose philosophical confusion, and demonstrate the fundamental importance of spirit and God in explaining reality. By questioning the assumptions underlying everyday experience, he invites readers to reconsider what they mean by existence, knowledge, and the external world.PREFACE – THE PURPOSE OF A RADICAL PHILOSOPHYIn the preface, Berkeley introduces the motivations behind his investigation and explains the importance of examining the foundations of human knowledge. He believes that many philosophical disagreements arise from abstract concepts that people accept without sufficiently examining their meaning.His objective is to expose these errors through careful reasoning and a return to experience. Rather than accepting established theories simply because they are widely believed, Berkeley encourages readers to question assumptions and seek greater intellectual clarity.INTRODUCTION – THE LIMITS OF ABSTRACT THINKINGThe introduction establishes the foundation of Berkeley's philosophical system. He examines the mind's ability to form abstract ideas and challenges the assumption that we can conceive of qualities entirely separated from their particular characteristics.For example, we can consider different triangles and identify their shared properties, but Berkeley questions whether we can genuinely imagine a triangle possessing no particular size, shape, or dimensions.He argues that the belief in abstract ideas has contributed to philosophical confusion, especially concerning matter and perception. He also warns that language can mislead us into believing that a concept must represent something real simply because we have a name for it.This introduction prepares readers for Berkeley's central argument: genuine understanding requires examining what we actually perceive and think rather than relying on ambiguous words and untested assumptions.OF THE PRINCIPLES OF HUMAN KNOWLEDGE – A NEW UNDERSTANDING OF REALITYThe main treatise develops Berkeley's revolutionary account of existence, perception, matter, spirit, and divine providence.1. IDEAS AND THE NATURE OF PERCEPTIONBerkeley begins by examining the objects of human knowledge. Through sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell, we experience colors, sounds, shapes, textures, and other qualities. These experiences, he argues, consist of ideas perceived by the mind.We never encounter these sensible qualities independently of perception. A color is seen, a sound is heard, and a texture is felt. Berkeley therefore questions the assumption that such qualities could exist in precisely the same way without any perceiving mind.His famous principle follows: the existence of sensible things consists in their being perceived. This challenges the traditional distinction between the world as experienced and a supposedly independent material reality hidden behind appearances.2. WHY BERKELEY REJECTS MATERIAL SUBSTANCEBerkeley challenges the belief that physical objects possess an underlying material substance existing independently of perception. Although we experience qualities such as extension, motion, color, and solidity, he argues that we have no clear idea of a material foundation existing separately from those qualities.If matter is defined as something entirely independent of perception, how can we meaningfully conceive of it or establish that it exists?Berkeley maintains that this supposed substratum adds nothing to our actual experience. His argument does not mean that trees, houses, mountains, and rivers are unreal in ordinary life. Instead, he rejects the idea that their existence depends on an unknowable material substance beyond perception.3. THE ...
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    3 h et 20 min
  • THE SUBCONSCIOUS & SUPERCONSCIOUS MIND: The Secret Powers of Mind, Consciousness & Law of Attraction — William Walker Atkinson

    THE SUBCONSCIOUS & SUPERCONSCIOUS MIND: The Secret Powers of Mind, Consciousness & Law of Attraction — William Walker Atkinson
    Sep 24 2026
    (00:00:00) 1. INFRA-CONSCIOUS MENTALITY (00:09:48) 2. THE MANIFOLD MIND (00:21:36) 3. HUDSON'S "SUBJECTIVE MIND" (00:31:59) 4. UNCONSCIOUS CEREBRATION (00:47:01) 5. A REMARKABLE INSTANCE (00:57:25) 6. THE SUBCONSCIOUS MEMORY (01:08:27) 7. TYPICAL CASES (01:18:19) 8. INHERITED MEMORY (01:38:49) 9. MENTAL HABIT (02:00:34) 10. THE SUBCONSCIOUS AND THE BODY (02:32:19) 11. TWILIGHT REGIONS (02:42:18) 12. THE SUPERCONSCIOUS (03:14:30) 13. UNFOLDING THE SUPERCONSCIOUS THE SUBCONSCIOUS AND SUPERCONSCIOUS PLANES MIND: The Secret Powers of Mind, Consciousness & the Law of Attraction — William Walker AtkinsonWhat lies beneath ordinary conscious thought? Is the human mind limited to what we deliberately think, or does a vast hidden intelligence operate beneath the surface of awareness?In The Subconscious and the Superconscious Planes of Mind, William Walker Atkinson explores the hidden dimensions of human mentality, examining subconscious activity, memory, inherited tendencies, mental habits, the relationship between mind and body, and the mysterious higher state he calls the Superconscious.Atkinson, one of the influential writers of the New Thought movement, explores the mind as something far greater than ordinary conscious awareness. His ideas touch on subjects that later became central to self-development literature, including subconscious conditioning, suggestion, mental habits, intuition, and the development of higher consciousness.The book moves from the deepest levels of subconscious mentality toward the higher possibilities of the Superconscious, examining how hidden mental processes may influence thought, behavior, memory, and personal development.CHAPTER I — INFRA-CONSCIOUS MENTALITYThe journey begins below the ordinary level of conscious thought.In Infra-Conscious Mentality, Atkinson introduces the idea that a tremendous amount of mental activity takes place outside conscious awareness. Many processes that influence behavior, perception, emotion, and physical functioning occur without deliberate attention.The chapter challenges the assumption that consciousness represents the entirety of the mind. Atkinson investigates the deeper mental processes that operate automatically and considers how these hidden activities may influence the individual.This opening chapter establishes the central theme of the book: the conscious mind is only one part of a much larger mental universe.CHAPTER II — THE MANIFOLD MINDWhat if the mind is not one simple entity?In The Manifold Mind, Atkinson develops his conception of the mind as consisting of multiple levels and forms of activity. Conscious thought, subconscious processes, instincts, memories, habits, and higher forms of awareness may all represent different expressions of the same greater mental nature.The chapter explores the complexity of human mentality and encourages the listener to look beyond the narrow boundaries of everyday consciousness.For students of personal development, this idea is particularly important: if much of mental life occurs outside conscious awareness, then changing one's life may require more than simply changing one's surface thoughts.CHAPTER III — HUDSON'S "SUBJECTIVE MIND"Atkinson next examines the influential ideas of Thomas Jay Hudson, particularly Hudson's distinction between the objective and subjective aspects of mind.The "subjective mind" became an important concept in the literature surrounding suggestion and hypnosis. Atkinson considers the characteristics attributed to this deeper level of mentality and explores its relationship to conscious reasoning.This chapter connects directly with themes that appear throughout New Thought literature: suggestion, belief, automatic mental processes, and the possibility of influencing subconscious patterns.The listener is invited to consider how deeply held ideas can operate beneath conscious attention and potentially shape behavior and experience.CHAPTER IV — UNCONSCIOUS CEREBRATIONCan the mind continue thinking when we are not consciously thinking?Unconscious Cerebration examines the idea that mental processes may continue beneath the threshold of awareness. Problems sometimes appear to solve themselves after conscious effort has stopped. Ideas may suddenly emerge. Creative insights can arrive unexpectedly.Atkinson investigates these phenomena as evidence of hidden mental activity.The chapter is particularly relevant to anyone interested in creativity, intuition, problem-solving, and the mysterious experience of suddenly "knowing" something without consciously working through every step.CHAPTER V — A REMARKABLE INSTANCEAtkinson now presents an unusual example designed to illustrate the extraordinary possibilities of subconscious mental activity.A Remarkable Instance moves from theoretical discussion toward a concrete case. Through this example, Atkinson demonstrates how hidden mental processes may produce results that appear mysterious when viewed only from the perspective of ...
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    3 h et 25 min
  • THE SECRET OF SUCCESS: The Law of Attraction, Desire & Personal Magnetism — William Walker Atkinson

    THE SECRET OF SUCCESS: The Law of Attraction, Desire & Personal Magnetism — William Walker Atkinson
    Sep 21 2026
    (00:00:00) 1. The Secret of Success (00:08:24) 2. The Individual (00:14:55) 3. Spiritedness (00:27:00) 4. Latent Powers (00:39:10) 5. Soul‑Force (00:51:31) 6. The Power of Desire (01:04:34) 7. The Law of Attraction (01:22:45) 8. Personal Magnetism (01:30:52) 9. Attractive Personality (01:51:11) 10. An Afterword THE SECRET OF SUCCESS: The Law of Attraction, Desire & Personal Magnetism — A Course of Nine Lessons on the Application of the Latent Powers of the Individual Toward Attainment of Success in Life — William Walker Atkinson (1908).What if success is not simply a matter of circumstances, luck, or opportunity, but also of powers within the individual that can be developed and directed?Published in 1908, William Walker Atkinson’s The Secret of Success explores the relationship between thought, desire, will, enthusiasm, individuality, personal magnetism, and achievement. Written as a nine-lesson course, the book presents Atkinson’s philosophy of success through the idea that the individual possesses latent mental and personal powers that can be cultivated and applied toward definite aims.The work is particularly relevant to the history of New Thought and early ideas associated with the Law of Attraction. Atkinson examines how desire and fear influence the direction of the mind, how enthusiasm can generate action, and how personality and personal magnetism may affect relationships and opportunities.Rather than presenting success as a single technique, Atkinson develops a complete system centered on understanding the individual and learning how to consciously use the forces within.LESSON I — THE SECRET OF SUCCESSThe opening lesson introduces Atkinson’s fundamental rules of success and asks what separates those who accomplish their aims from those who remain passive. He examines the instinctive impulse to succeed and the qualities found among leaders.A central theme is the unfoldment of individuality. Atkinson suggests that successful development begins when a person recognizes and expresses their own individual potential instead of merely following the crowd. Success therefore becomes connected with self-development, purposeful action, confidence, and the discovery of one's particular abilities.LESSON II — THE INDIVIDUALThe second lesson goes deeper into the nature of the individual. Atkinson distinguishes between individuality and personality, exploring the difference between the deeper Self and the characteristics through which that Self expresses itself.He asks what the Self really is and examines the individual as an expression of inner power. The lesson also introduces the striking idea of the Master in the Brain—the directing principle behind conscious thought and action.For Atkinson, understanding oneself is essential to developing one's latent powers. Before attempting to influence circumstances, the individual must first recognize the source of the power operating within.LESSON III — SPIRITEDNESSIn the third lesson, Atkinson focuses on spiritedness, presenting it not as a vague or fanciful personality trait but as a genuine and forceful quality.Spiritedness involves an inner sense of vitality, determination, courage, and mastery. Atkinson emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's own ability to act and to direct one's life.The lesson explores the assertion and recognition of mastery, suggesting that success requires more than passive wishing. A person must develop an internal attitude that supports purposeful action, confidence, and persistence.LESSON IV — LATENT POWERSThe fourth lesson turns directly toward the hidden capacities that Atkinson believes exist within every individual. He examines the roles of earnestness, enthusiasm, and desire in bringing these powers into expression.Particular attention is given to will-power. Atkinson considers the nature of the Will and asks what lies behind it, presenting will as an important force in directing thought and behavior.This lesson connects strongly with the broader philosophy of self-mastery: latent abilities become useful when they are awakened, disciplined, and directed toward a definite purpose.LESSON V — SOUL-FORCEThe fifth lesson examines soul-force through the energy of enthusiasm.Atkinson explores what enthusiasm really means and why it can become such a powerful influence on achievement. Enthusiasm is presented as more than temporary excitement; it is a source of energy capable of transforming intention into action.The lesson also considers how enthusiasm can be communicated to others. A person who possesses genuine conviction and energy can influence the atmosphere around them and inspire corresponding responses from other people.This provides an important bridge between inner development and outward success.LESSON VI — THE POWER OF DESIREDesire becomes the central subject of the sixth lesson. Atkinson describes desire as a motive force operating throughout life and considers how this force can either ...
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