Valedictory
Intuitive perception of the truth - A mere hint at a
great truth - Latent powers developed -The practical side - The
occult side - An understanding of the Science of the Mind has an
elevating effect - Recognition of the Ego - A literature of froth
and bubbles - A few grains of wheat among the chaff - Practical
knowledge scarce, but demanded - Advice to seekers after the truth -
The small flame within you - A three-fold mighty dynamic force -"I
AM" strength - New resolves, new strength - The Brotherhood of Man -
Self-respect -Do not be imposed upon - Don't be a yellow dog - A
short rule of action - Do not misuse your new found power - A hint
at a great truth - Farewell advice
I feel that those who have followed me through the preceding
lessons must have felt within them the intuitive assurance of the
Truth contained in the instruction herein given. In a work of this
size and character, I can do no more that merely direct the Mind; to
give them a hint of the great Truth; to acquaint them with a few
exercises which, if followed conscientiously, will enable them to
develop their latent powers. More than this would be beyond the
scope of this work, which is intended to give popular instruction in
the exercise and use of Personal Magnetism and Psychic Influence in
the affairs of everyday life. The average reader will rest satisfied
with the "practical" side of the subject, and will not feel inclined
to enter into the occult phase. To the few who feel an inclination
to pursue the subject still further, who would penetrate behind the
veil, there are other sources of information open, which I will be
pleased to point out to those who may so request. A letter will
reach me if address to me at 30 Auditorium Building, Chicago.
Without attempting to go further into the subject, I would say
that in my opinion, an intelligent understanding of the laws
underlying the Science of Mind, supplies one with a most elevating
rule of life and conduct; brings to man a realizing sense of his own
individuality, strength and power - a consciousness of the reality
and immanence of his real self, the I AM. The recognition of the Ego
carries with it a sense of new duties and the means of performing
them.
The student of what is known as the "New Thought" finds himself
surrounded with a mass of literature, much of which consists of
froth and bubbles. Grains of thought are there, but are surrounded
by bushels of verbal chaff. The searcher for ideas receives - words,
words, and words. The works on the subject, which are really worth
the time and trouble of reading, are few, and the student, alas,
knows not where to find them Practical. Understandable works on this
subject are being demanded by many minds and following the
invariable rule, which causes the production of the thing which is
earnestly demanded, works of this kind are sure to appear. Speed the
day.
To the student I would say, do not be deluded by "isms" or
leaders; you possess within you the real Truth, and it will manifest
itself to you, in time developing gradually and naturally, as the
flower. The recognition of the I AM will bring its reward. The small
flame within will throw light on all subjects and illuminate them.
Pursue your way through life, earnestly and calmly. Hurry is not
Hast; Bustle is not Energy; Noise is not Strength. The man of quiet
calm, earnest and persistent qualities reaches the goal long before
his brother of opposite tendencies. Confidence, Expectation and Calm
Demand is a three-fold, mighty dynamic force, which would solve many
problems if man but realized it. The wise man uses that which the
fool neglects. "The stone which the builders rejected becomes the
cornerstone of the temple."
Do not crawl on your belly, like a worm; do not humble yourself
in the dust and call upon heaven to witness what a despicable
creature you are; do not call yourself a "miserable sinner," worthy
only of eternal damnation. No! A thousand times, No! Rise to your
feet; raise your head and face the skies; throw back your shoulders,
and fill your lungs with Nature's ozone. Then say to yourself, I AM
a part of the Eternal Life Principle: I AM created after the Divine
image; I AM filled with Divine Breath of Life; Nothing can hurt ME,
for I AM a part of the ETERNAL.
Go your way, friend, strong in your new resolves, strong in your
newfound strength. Do your duty, first to yourself; then to your
fellowmen. Recognize the Brotherhood of Man; realize that all men
are your brothers - pretty poor lot of relations, but brothers at
that. Do not impose on your brother-man, but do not let him impose
on you. If you give in to him against your judgment and conscience,
you not only hurt yourself, but also injure him. Do not start
fights; but let no man smite you with impunity. If a man smites you
on one cheek, do not turn to him the other, but do a little smiting
on your own account - and smite hard. Do not smite him with Hate in
your heart, and do not hesitate to forgive him after he has "come
to." The doctrine of nonresistance is misunderstood; it does not
mean that you should be a backboneless creature - a sheep-like,
rabbit-hearted specimen of humanity. No, no; when you allow a man to
impose on you and wrong you, you are not acting right toward the
other man; duty to him demands that you let him know just "where he
is at." I am speaking of real aggression or invasion of your rights,
now, not of fancied wrongs or mountains made of molehills; that is
the other extreme. But do not allow Hate to find a lodging place in
your heart. Go through the world "with the grace of God in your
heart, and a good, strong hickory club in your hand." Don't use the
club for offense (never do that), but keep it around to defend
yourself with. If you are "clad in the armor of a righteous cause,"
and the world sees that you have self-respect and will stand no
nonsense, it will treat you with respect. The dog who maintains a
confident, calm demeanor, is in but little danger of feeling the
boot-toe of the passerby but the white-livered cur who draws himself
up, and places his tail between his legs that he may present a
better aim for the kick - gets the kick. He gets what he expects.
What is true of the dog is equally true of the man. If you have
followed the advice and instructions contained in this little work,
you will not have many kicks aimed at you. But, remember - no
kicking of dogs on your part - you must be above that.
An old writer has summed up mans duty to man in the following
words, which should be inscribed in letters of gold over every
doorway in the land:
"WRONG NO MAN, AND RENDER UNTO EVERY MAN HIS DUE."
If the above words form the rule of action, and life, of men,
there would be no need of lawyers, courts, or prisons; life would
then seem "one long, sweet song." Try to do your part in bringing
about this result. Once more, I caution you not to misuse your
newfound power, do not drag the gift of the Spirit through the mud.
Use it freely, in your own behalf, in every legitimate way, but
harm no man by reason of, or by means of it. If you fail to grasp
the meaning of any of the teachings contained in this little work,
do not feel discouraged, for it will come to you later. Read over
the lessons, which seem to be most difficult to you, and then place
yourself in the relaxed condition of body, and mind. - ENTER THE
SILENCE - and a new light will break upon you.
"Knock and it shall be opened unto you; ask and ye
shall receive."
And now, friends, we have come to the parting of the ways. We may
meet again, but, if not, let us part feeling that we are none the
worse for the short acquaintance. If I have done you any good, if I
have awakened in you new thoughts, hopes and aspirations, may you
make them manifest in actions and results.
Our little journey, along the banks of the stream, has been
pleasant to me, and I trust that I have not bored you, nor caused
you to regret the acquaintance - not a chance acquaintance, you may
rest assured, for "nothing ever happens."
I thank you for your kind attention.
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