Think & Grow Rich

Wanted this gr8 book on 'audio' for some time now.....Shipper was very faaaast & honest.

I first read this book in association with a motivational course I took in about 1990; I liked the book, but many of the main points apparently soon faded from memory. More recently, I found my copy again when unpacking after a move, and I thought at the time that maybe I should read it again, but for some reason did not. Not long after that, I saw something on TV about a related book, also by Napoleon Hill, and this got me interested in doing some research on Hill's writings. I picked out three of his works to read and study with Think and Grow Rich the first in the line.

I tell this story in the belief that this "rediscovery" was not a coincidence, but that it was "meant to be" that I read this book again. Even if you can't accept that, still seriously consider reading and studying the book as it has some really great stuff in it - I'd even say maybe a complete philosophy of how to gain material success and even success in some things not material. Give it a real try, and I don't think you will be sorry.

It is hard for me to remember what I took from this book when I first read it at about age 30 in 1990, beyond some of the broader concepts. Now, I am nearly 50 and can see some good explanation for how some things in my life did not go as I had hoped that I could not understand, and for why some things were really for the best, even though they did not seem so at the time they happened. Since I am still alive and kicking, I can apply the concepts in the book as I see it now to get things to be more the way I want them. And, I am sure it will work too. How do I know - it's best if you read the book and see for yourself. I have had at least one success among my friends in getting people to seriously try the book and am hoping for more.

The book outlines several basics principles that one needs to work to achieve success. Hill states that the actual secret is never explicitly stated, but will jump out at a reader from one of several places in the book if/when the reader is ready. He does say that half of it is that success begins with "an idea". I say, be open minded and see what happens. Keep in mind too that "thoughts are things".

The concluding chapter deals with some basic fears and asks readers to consider many questions on negative influences and alibis for failure. Very enlightening! Do not rush through these questions, but really consider them carefully.

There has been much discussion on the various editions of the book and which is better. I am not sure what to say about all that, but at least read one of them. There is one edition (The Think and Grow Rich Action Pack) that includes the text of the book, as well as an Action Manual for help in putting the book to work for the reader. I plan to do the Action Manual shortly.

I highly recommend this book. It may explain/solve many mysteries in your own life that just bug you to death as it did for me in many instances.

This book gives detailed information on how to change your perspective regarding prosperity. I am almost done reading it, and I plan to do each step that is outlined in the book. As with most things, a positive attitude, mediation and creative visualization can change your life. This book teaches that, applying these concepts to prosperity and material enrichment.

I wish I was taught what "Think and Grow Rich" shares while growing up in school instead of "scores" for useless standardized tests that never made a difference in my life.

This book is truly changing my life, and it is NOT "just a book." Savoring, integrating and LIVING the principles Napoleon Hill shares can ONLY lead to true WEALTH, from the inside out! The inside out means all within the mind and heart combined.

The catalyst of personal crisis in the beginning of this year got me REALLY determined to STUDY wealth, and the traits, habits, mindset those who achieved it. This book is FAR more than "just making a lot of money."

Quote from page 30: "There is a difference between WISHING for a thing and being READY to receive it. No one is ready for a thing, until be believes he can acquire it. The state of mind must be BELIEF, not mere hope or wish. Open-mindedness is essential for belief. Closed minds do not inspire faith, courage and belief."

On page 29, I have underlined the following quote: "Remember, too, that all who succeed in life get off to a bad start, and pass through many heartbreaking struggles before they "arrive." The turning point in the lives of those who succeed, usually comes at the moment of some crisis, through which they are introduced to their "other selves."

If you have ANY ISSUE with money or success - GET THIS BOOK!

If "times are tough" - GET THIS BOOK!

If you feel drained and exhausted working so hard just to buy food - GET THIS BOOK!

If you are in High School, College or any age after and you are not living a deeply INSPIRED life that is NATURALLY attracting wealth - GET THIS BOOK!

If you do NOT have a large savings account - GET THIS BOOK!

This book is getting me on track, showing me all I have to UNLEARN in order to FINALLY learn HOW to build true wealth while making a positive difference.

I MUST share just a few more quotes - this is dedicated to YOU *****if you are going through a difficult time.*****

***** "If the thing you wish to do is right, and you believe in it, go ahead and do it! Put your dream across, and never mind what "they" say if you meet with temporary defeat, for "they," perhaps, do not know that EVERY FAILURE BRINGS WITH IT THE SEED OF AN EQUIVALENT SUCCESS."

***** "Henry Ford, poor and uneducated, dreamed of a horseless carriage, went to work with what tools he possessed, without waiting for opportunity to favor him, and now evidence of his dream belts the entire earth. He has put more wheels into operation than any man who ever lived, because he was not afraid to back his dream."

***** "Thomas Edison dreamed of a lamp that could be operated by electricity, began where he stood to put his dream into action, and despite more than ten thousand failures, he stood by that dream until he made it a physical reality. Practical dreamers DO9 NOT Q2UIT!"

Think and Grow Rich offers much valauable information, that if carefully followed, will lead to success in anything a person sets their goals toward.