Table of Contents Introduction .................................................................................................................................. v Preface ................................................................................................................................ vii Chapter 1: The Right To Be Rich ................................................................................................ 1 Chapter 2: There Is A Science of Getting Rich ............................................................................ 3 Chapter 3: Is Opportunity Monopolized? .................................................................................... 5 Chapter 4: The First Principle in The Science of Getting Rich ..................................................... 7 Chapter 5: Increasing Life.......................................................................................................... 11 Chapter 6: How Riches Come To You ....................................................................................... 15 Chapter 7: Gratitude ................................................................................................................. 19 Chapter 8: Thinking in The Certain Way .................................................................................. 21 Chapter 9: How To Use The Will .............................................................................................. 25 Chapter 10: Further Use of The Will ........................................................................................... 29 Chapter 11: Acting in The Certain Way ...................................................................................... 31 Chapter 12: Efficient Action ........................................................................................................ 35 Chapter 13: Getting Into The Right Business .............................................................................. 39 Chapter 14: The Impression of Increase....................................................................................... 41 Chapter 15: The Advancing Personality ....................................................................................... 43 Chapter 16: Some Cautions and Concluding Observations ......................................................... 45 Chapter 17: A Summary of The Science of Getting Rich ............................................................. 49 Appendix A: Support The Network ................................................................................................ li Appendix B: Get The Audiotapes ................................................................................................. liii Note: This book is designed to be printed out, and the page numbers above are correct for that version. When viewing online, Acrobat uses a different system. To read onscreen (not recommended), click on the Table of Contents button on your Acrobat Reader toolbar to bring up Acrobat’s Table of Contents. Then, choose one of the three sizing buttons to adjust the page size to your liking. Click on any chapter above to go there. TofC Button Sizing Buttonsivwww.scienceofgettingrich.net v Introduction ABOUT EIGHTEEN MONTHS AGO, a man I’d never met sent me a book I’d never heard of by a man who’d been dead nearly 90 years. That little book changed my entire life. As I put into practice the principles you’ll learn about in this book, the results were astonishing — and they began almost instantly and continue to this day. When The Science of Getting Rich arrived in the mail that afternoon I immediately ripped open the package, sat down, and read it with an open mind — mostly because the title was just so intriguing. And even though I must admit I found some of the oldfashioned language and some of the ideas in the first part a bit confusing, there was something about it that compelled me to reread those little confusing bits two or three times until I got it Once I did that, I couldn’t stop reading until I’d read the whole thing Right away I began to put into practice what the book outlines ... and everything began to change. “Coincidences happened — happy ones that led to connections with people ... that led to more connections ... that led to money beginning to flow toward me in increasingly larger amounts and from several sources, including new and unexpected ones. And even though changing your habitual thinking is difficult and I’m still not as good at it as I intend to be, my businesses began to “click,” my income doubled , then tripled, and continues to rise ... my cramped city apartment has given way to a spacious waterfront house ... I’ve established rewarding new relationships with many generous, successful, wealthy people ... and opportunities to be, do, have, and give more continue to show up at my doorstep almost daily. It’s amazing — and wonderful. Until this book arrived, nothing I had ever read or heard before had explained to me so clearly that there are universal laws at work regarding wealth and success and that if we’ll just work with those laws — go with the tide instead of trying to swim against it (usually unknowingly) — the results we want will begin to come to us. That if we will scientifically reproduce the causes of wealth, we will invariably reproduce the results. Now, right off the bat author Wallace D. Wattles says that instead of questioning how these principles work, you’ll need simply to accept them and begin to practice them. So I did that, even though as I read I did find myself resisting from time to time and thinking, “Well, I don’t know if I can agree with that.” But I’d already decided just to accept (at least temporarily) each premise as if I did thoroughly believ it. By the time I finished the book I understood why he had included that warning. You see, some of what you’ll read or hear will most likely challenge some of your previous thinking. That seems to be the case for most people. But keep on, and you’ll soon see how Mr. Wattles beautifully builds each chapter on what he presents in the preceding ones. I think you’ll find yourself saying — as I and many others have — “Oh, now I see why he said that. Now I see how it all fits together.” I believe, also, that you’ll find it absolutely refreshing to know that to get rich by the method outlined here, it is essential that you embrace and practice what we all know as the Golden Rule ... that the daily practice of gratitude is one of the conduits by which your wealth will come to you ... and thatThe Science of Getting Rich vi www.scienceofgettingrich.net by accomplishing your financial dreams through this method, everyone with whom you come into contact will also have more. A far cry from the dogeatdog, claw your way to the top, anything for a buck mentality so many believe to be the only way to wealth. Pay close attention to the message of this book with an open mind. Get a free copy of the entire printed version (what you’re reading now) at The Science of Getting Rich Network website — www.scienceofgettingrich.net — and read it. Print it out and give it to your friends. Distribute it on your own website if you like. Join the Network and get the free weekly ezine to share in the insights and amazing experiences of others. Focus constantly on your own personal vision and share that vision with other likeminded people who are doing the same. You WILL see results You already have within you everything you need to turn your dreams into reality. You are a person of infinite worth and unique possibility. Even if you don’t think of yourself as a creative person, and even if you’ve failed before, and even if you think you’ve tried everything, open your mind to this book. You’ve probably heard the saying, “When the student is ready, the teacher appears.” That has certainly held true for me and many, many others, and perhaps you’re ready, too — right now. If you’re not yet where you want to be in terms of income and your own personal success, the problem may not be what you’re doing so much as how you’re doing it. And that begins with how you think. If you want to change your life, you may just need to change your mind —Rebecca Fine Olympia, WA November, 1999 Editors Note I’ve lightly edited the 90yearold manuscript to accomodate modern readers. Unfortunately, though, there is as yet no graceful way in English to avoid completely the use of the masculine gender to represent all people, especially in working with such an old book. Luckily for us women, we have vast experience in reading ourselves back in — just as we have learned to dance backward Where it does not interfere with the gracefulness of the writing, I have changed man to person, men to people, and mankind to humankind. To Mr. Wattles’ credit, although writing just after the turn of the 20th century, he makes it clear that The Science of Getting Rich applies equally to men and women alike. —Rebeccawww.scienceofgettingrich.net vii Preface THIS BOOK IS PRAGMATICAL, NOT PHILOSOPHICAL — a practical manual, not a treatise upon theories. It is intended for the men and women whose most pressing need is for money, who wish to get rich first, and philosophize afterward. It is for those who want results and who are willing to take the conclusions of science as a basis for action, without going into all the processes by which those conclusions were reached. It is expected that the reader will take the fundamental statements upon faith, just as he would take statements concerning a law of electrical action if they were promulgated by a Marconi or an Edison, and, taking the statements upon faith, that he will prove their truth by acting upon them without fear or hesitation. Every man or woman who does this will certainly get rich, for the science herein applied is an exact science and failure is impossible. In writing this book I have sacrificed all other considerations to plainness and simplicity of style, so that all might understand. The plan of action laid down herein was deduced from the conclusions of philosophy. It has been thoroughly tested, and bears the supreme test of practical experiment: It works.viii www.scienceofgettingrich.netCHAPTER 1: The Right To Be Rich www.scienceofgettingrich.net 1 CHAPTER 1 The Right To Be Rich WHATEVER MAY BE SAID IN PRAISE OF POVERTY, the fact remains that it is not possible to live a really complete or successful life unless one is rich. No one can rise to his greatest possible height in talent or soul development unless he has plenty of money, for to unfold the soul and to develop talent he must have many things to use, and he cannot have these things unless he has money to buy them with. A person develops in mind, soul, and body by making use of things, and society is so organized that man must have money in order to become the possessor of things. Therefore, the basis of all advancement must be the science of getting rich. The object of all life is development, and everything that lives has an inalienable right to all the development it is capable of attaining. A person’s right to life means his right to have the free and unrestricted use of all the things which may be necessary to his fullest mental, spiritual, and physical unfoldment; or, in other words, his right to be rich. In this book, I shall not speak of riches in a figurative way. To be really rich does not mean to be satisfied or contented with a little. No one ought to be satisfied with a little if he is capable of using and enjoying more. The purpose of nature is the advancement and unfoldment of life, and everyone should have all that can contribute to the power, elegance, beauty, and richness of life. To be content with less is sinful. The person who owns all he wants for the living of all the life he is capable of living is rich, and no person who has not plenty of money can have all he wants. Life has advanced so far and become so complex that even the most ordinary man or woman requires a great amount of wealth in order to live in a manner that even approaches completeness. Every person naturally wants to become all that they are capable of becoming. This desire to realize innate possibilities is inherent in human nature; we cannot help wanting to be all that we can be. Success in life is becoming what you want to be. You can become what you want to be only by making use of things, and you can have the free use of things only as you become rich enough to buy them. To understand the science of getting rich is therefore the most essential of all knowledge. There is nothing wrong in wanting to get rich. The desire for riches is really the desire for a richer, fuller, and more abundant life — and that desire is praiseworthy. The person who does not desire to live more abundantly is abnormal, and so the person who does not desire to have money enough to buy all he wants is abnormal. There are three motives for which we live: We live for the body, we live for the mind, we live for the soul. No one of these is better or holier than the other; all are alike desirable, and no one of the three — body, mind, or soul — can live fully if either of the others is cut short of full life and expression. It is not right or noble to live only for the soul and deny mind or body, and it is wrong to live for the intellect and deny body or soul.The Science of Getting Rich 2 www.scienceofgettingrich.net We are all acquainted with the loathsome consequences of living for the body and denying both mind and soul, and we see that real life means the complete expression of all that a person can give forth through body, mind, and soul. Whatever he can say, no one can be really happy or satisfied unless his body is living fully in its every function, and unless the same is true of his mind and his soul. Wherever there is unexpressed possibility or function not performed, there is unsatisfied desire. Desire is possibility seeking expression or function seeking performance. A person cannot live fully in body without good food, comfortable clothing, and warm shelter, and without freedom from excessive toil. Rest and recreation are also necessary to his physical life. One cannot live fully in mind without books and time to study them, without opportunity for travel and observation, or without intellectual companionship. To live fully in mind a person must have intellectual recreations, and must surround himself with all the objects of art and beauty he is capable of using and appreciating. To live fully in soul, a person must have love, and love is denied fullest expression by poverty. A person’s highest happiness is found in the bestowal of benefits on those he loves; love finds its most natural and spontaneous expression in giving. The individual who has nothing to give cannot fill his place as a spouse or parent, as a citizen, or as a human being. It is in the use of material things that a person finds full life for his body, develops his mind, and unfolds his soul. It is therefore of supreme importance to each individual to be rich. It is perfectly right that you should desire to be rich. If you are a normal man or woman you cannot help doing so. It is perfectly right that you should give your best attention to the science of getting rich, for it is the noblest and most necessary of all studies. If you neglect this study, you are derelict in your duty to yourself, to God and humanity, for you can render to God and humanity no greater service than to make the most of yourself.CHAPTER 2: There Is A Science of Getting Rich www.scienceofgettingrich.net 3 CHAPTER 2 There Is A Science of Getting Rich THERE IS A SCIENCE OF GETTING RICH, and it is an exact science, like algebra or arithmetic. There are certain laws which govern the process of acquiring riches, and once these laws are learned and obeyed by anyone, that person will get rich with mathematical certainty. The ownership of money and property comes as a result of doing things in a certain way, and those who do things in this certain way — whether on purpose or accidentally — get rich, while those who do not do things in this certain way — no matter how hard they work or how able they are — remain poor. It is a natural law that like causes always produce like effects, and, therefore, any man or woman who learns to do things in this certain way will infallibly get rich. That the above statement is true is shown by the following facts: Getting rich is not a matter of environment, for if it were, all the people in certain neighborhoods would become wealthy. The people of one city would all be rich, while those of other towns would all be poor, or all the inhabitants of one state would roll in wealth, while those of an adjoining state would be in poverty. But everywhere we see rich and poor living side by side, in the same environment, and often engaged in the same vocations. When two people are in the same locality and in the same business, and one gets rich while the other remains poor, it shows that getting rich is not primarily a matter of environment. Some environments may be more favorable than others, but when two people in the same business are in the same neighborhood and one gets rich while the other fails, it indicates that getting rich is the result of doing things in a certain way. And further, the ability to do things in this certain way is not due solely to the possession of talent, for many people who have great talent remain poor, while others who have very little talent get rich. Studying the people who have gotten rich, we find that they are an average lot in all respects, having no greater talents and abilities than other people have. It is evident that they do not get rich because they possess talents and abilities that others do not have, but because they happen to do things in a certain way. Getting rich is not the result of saving, or thrift. Many very penurious people are poor, while free spenders often get rich. Nor is getting rich due to doing things which others fail to do, for two people in the same business often do almost exactly the same things, and one gets rich while the other remains poor or becomes bankrupt. From all these things, we must come to the conclusion that getting rich is the result of doing things in a certain way. If getting rich is the result of doing things in a certain way, and if like causes always produce like effects, then any man or woman who can do things in that way can become rich, and the whole matter is brought within the domain of exact science.The Science of Getting Rich 4 www.scienceofgettingrich.net The question arises here as to whether this certain way may not be so difficult that only a few may follow it. As we have seen, this cannot be true (as far as natural ability is concerned). Talented people get rich, and blockheads get rich; intellectually brilliant people get rich, and very stupid people get rich; physically strong people get rich, and weak and sickly people get rich. Some degree of ability to think and understand is, of course, essential, but insofar as natural ability is concerned, any man or woman who has sense enough to read and understand these words can certainly get rich. Also, we have seen that it is not a matter of environment. Yes, location counts for something. One would not go to the heart of the Sahara and expect to do successful business. Getting rich involves the necessity of dealing with people and of being where there are people to deal with, and if these people are inclined to deal in the way you want to deal, so much the better. But that is about as far as environment goes. If anybody else in your town can get rich, so can you, and if anybody else in your state can get rich, so can you. Again, it is not a matter of choosing some particular business or profession. People get rich in every business and in every profession, while their nextdoor neighbors in the very same vocation remain in poverty. It is true that you will do best in a business which you like and which is congenial to you. And if you have certain talents which are well developed, you will do best in a business which calls for the exercise of those talents. Also, you will do best in a business which is suited to your locality: An ice cream parlor would do better in a warm climate than in Greenland, and a salmon fishery will succeed better in the northwest than in Florida, where there are no salmon. But, aside from these general limitations, getting rich is not dependent upon your engaging in some particular business, but upon your learning to do things in a certain way. If you are now in business and anybody else in your locality is getting rich in the same business, while you are not getting rich, it is simply because you are not doing things in the same way that the other person is doing them. No one is prevented from getting rich by lack of capital. True, as you get capital the increase becomes more easy and rapid, but one who has capital is already rich and does not need to consider how to become so. No matter how poor you may be, if you begin to do things in the certain way you will begin to get rich and you will begin to have capital. The getting of capital is a part of the process of getting rich and it is a part of the result which invariably follows the doing of things in the certain way. You may be the poorest person on the continent and be deeply in debt. You may have neither friends, influence, nor resources, but if you begin to do things in this way, you must infallibly begin to get rich, for like causes must produce like effects. If you have no capital, you can get capital. If you are in the wrong business, you can get into the right business. If you are in the wrong location, you can go to the right location. And you can do so by beginning in your present business and in your present location to do things in the certain way which always causes success. You must begin to live in harmony with the laws governing the universe.CHAPTER 3: Is Opportunity Monopolized? www.scienceofgettingrich.net 5 CHAPTER 3 Is Opportunity Monopolized? NO ONE IS KEPT POOR BECAUSE OTHER PEOPLE HAVE MONOPOLIZED THE WEALTH and have put a fence around it. You may be shut off from engaging in business in certain lines, but there are other channels open to you. At different periods the tide of opportunity sets in different directions, according to the needs of the whole and the particular stage of social evolution which has been reached. There is abundance of opportunity for the person who will go with the tide, instead of trying to swim against it. So workers, either as individuals or as a class, are not deprived of opportunity. The workers are not being “kept down” by their masters; they are not being “ground” by the trusts and big business. As a class, they are where they are because they do not do things in a certain way. The working class may become the master class whenever they will begin to do things in a certain way. The law of wealth is the same for them as it is for all others. This they must learn, and they will remain where they are as long as they continue to do as they do. The individual worker, however, is not held down by an entire class’s ignorance of these laws; he can follow the tide of opportunity to riches, and this book will tell him how. No one is kept in poverty by a shortness in the supply of riches
The Right To Be Rich
The Right To Be Rich
While poverty may receive some praise, true fulfillment and success in life are unattainable without wealth To reach one's full potential in talent and personal growth, ample financial resources are essential, as they provide the means to access the tools and opportunities necessary for development.
To achieve personal growth in mind, soul, and body, individuals must utilize resources, and society's structure necessitates the acquisition of money to obtain these resources Consequently, the foundation of all progress lies in mastering the principles of wealth creation.
The object of all life is development, and everything that lives has an inalienable right to all the development it is capable of attaining.
A person's right to life encompasses the freedom to access the resources essential for their complete mental, spiritual, and physical development, which can be summarized as the right to achieve wealth.
In this book, I will discuss true wealth, which goes beyond mere contentment with little It is essential to strive for more if one has the capacity to enjoy and utilize it Nature's purpose is to promote the growth and development of life, and everyone deserves to embrace all that enhances the power, beauty, and richness of existence Therefore, settling for less is not just unsatisfactory; it is fundamentally wrong.
True wealth is defined not just by money, but by the ability to live life to its fullest potential In today's complex world, even ordinary individuals require significant financial resources to achieve a sense of completeness The innate human desire to realize our full potential drives us to seek success Achieving what we aspire to requires the ability to access and utilize resources, which is only possible through financial prosperity Therefore, mastering the principles of acquiring wealth is crucial for anyone seeking to fulfill their true potential.
Wanting to achieve wealth is a natural aspiration, reflecting a desire for a richer and more fulfilling life This pursuit of abundance is commendable, as it signifies a healthy ambition In fact, a lack of desire for a more prosperous life or the means to fulfill one's needs is unusual.
We exist for three essential aspects: the body, the mind, and the soul Each is equally valuable and essential for a fulfilling life, as neglecting any one of them hinders the others' potential Living solely for the soul while disregarding the mind or body is not virtuous, just as prioritizing intellect at the expense of the body or soul is misguided.
Living solely for the body while neglecting the mind and soul leads to detrimental consequences True fulfillment comes from the harmonious expression of body, mind, and soul Genuine happiness and satisfaction arise only when all aspects of a person are fully engaged and functioning Unfulfilled potential and unmet desires indicate areas where expression is lacking, as desire represents the need for potential to be realized and functions to be performed.
To live a fulfilling life, individuals require essential elements such as nutritious food, comfortable clothing, and adequate shelter, along with relief from excessive labor Additionally, rest and recreation are vital for physical well-being For mental fulfillment, access to books, time for study, opportunities for travel and observation, and intellectual companionship are equally important.
To live fully in mind a person must have intellectual recreations, and must surround himself with all the objects of art and beauty he is capable of using and appreciating.
To live fully in soul, a person must have love, and love is denied fullest expression by poverty.
True happiness is derived from giving to loved ones, as love is best expressed through generosity Without the ability to give, one cannot fulfill their roles as a spouse, parent, citizen, or human being Engaging with material possessions enriches life, nurtures the mind, and fosters spiritual growth Thus, it is crucial for individuals to strive for wealth.
Desiring wealth is a natural and commendable aspiration for anyone Focusing on the science of becoming rich is essential, as it is one of the most important pursuits in life Neglecting this study is a disservice to yourself, God, and humanity, as maximizing your potential allows you to contribute meaningfully to the world.
There Is A Science of Getting Rich
There Is A Science of Getting Rich
The science of acquiring wealth is precise and governed by specific laws, much like mathematics By understanding and adhering to these principles, anyone can achieve financial success with certainty.
Wealth accumulation is determined by specific actions and methods; those who follow these effective practices, intentionally or unintentionally, achieve financial success, while individuals who do not adhere to these principles, regardless of their effort or capability, often remain in poverty.
According to the principle of natural law, similar causes consistently lead to similar outcomes, meaning that anyone who masters the right methods will inevitably achieve wealth.
That the above statement is true is shown by the following facts:
Wealth is not determined by one's environment; if it were, everyone in affluent neighborhoods would be rich, and those in less fortunate areas would all be poor This suggests that prosperity is not confined to specific cities or states, as individuals from various backgrounds can achieve financial success regardless of their surroundings.
We often observe a stark contrast between the rich and the poor living in close proximity, frequently engaged in similar professions This scenario illustrates that wealth accumulation is not solely determined by one's environment While certain environments may offer advantages, the disparity in financial success among individuals in the same locality and business indicates that achieving wealth is largely a result of specific actions and approaches.
The ability to achieve wealth is not solely linked to talent, as many highly talented individuals remain poor while those with lesser talent can become rich Analyzing successful people reveals that they are often average in terms of skills and abilities, indicating that their wealth does not stem from unique talents but rather from their specific approach to achieving success.
Getting rich is not the result of saving, or thrift Many very penurious people are poor, while free spenders often get rich.
Achieving wealth is not solely about performing tasks that others neglect; often, individuals in the same industry engage in similar activities Despite this, one may prosper while the other struggles financially or faces bankruptcy.
From all these things, we must come to the conclusion that getting rich is the result of doing things in a certain way.
To achieve wealth, one must follow specific methods, as consistent actions lead to predictable outcomes Therefore, anyone who adopts these successful practices can attain riches, highlighting the importance of understanding and applying the right strategies for financial success.
The notion that success is reserved for a select few due to inherent difficulty is unfounded Evidence shows that individuals from all backgrounds—whether talented, intellectually gifted, physically strong, or even those who may struggle in these areas—can achieve wealth This indicates that success is accessible to a diverse range of people, dispelling the myth that only the naturally gifted can thrive.
Having the ability to think and comprehend is crucial; however, anyone with the capability to read and grasp these ideas can undoubtedly achieve wealth.
Location plays a significant role in business success, as evidenced by the impracticality of conducting successful operations in extreme environments like the Sahara Desert.
Achieving wealth requires engaging with others and being in environments where opportunities to connect abound It's advantageous if the people you interact with share your financial goals Ultimately, if others in your community or state can attain wealth, you have the same potential to succeed.
Wealth can be achieved in any business or profession, as individuals in the same field can experience vastly different financial outcomes; some thrive and become rich, while their neighbors may struggle with poverty.
Choosing a business that aligns with your interests and strengths is crucial for success Engaging in work that resonates with you and leverages your well-developed talents will lead to the best outcomes in your professional endeavors.
Choosing a business that aligns with your local environment is crucial for success; for instance, an ice cream parlor thrives in warm climates, while a salmon fishery is more viable in the northwest, where salmon are abundant, rather than in regions like Florida, where they are not found.
Is Opportunity Monopolized?
Wealth is not monopolized by others to keep anyone poor; while some business opportunities may be restricted, there are still numerous alternative avenues available for engagement and success.
Opportunities fluctuate over time, influenced by societal needs and the current stage of social evolution Individuals who align themselves with these changing tides of opportunity will find abundance, whereas those who resist or swim against it may struggle.
Workers, whether individually or collectively, are not lacking in opportunities; they are not oppressed by their employers or hindered by large corporations Their current situation results from their choices and actions, rather than external forces holding them back.
The working class has the potential to rise to the master class by adopting a new approach to wealth creation Understanding the universal laws of wealth is crucial for their advancement; without this knowledge, they will remain stagnant However, individual workers are not confined by the collective ignorance of their class; they can seize opportunities to achieve financial success This book serves as a guide to help them navigate the path to riches.
No one is kept in poverty by a shortness in the supply of riches; there is more than enough for all.
The abundant building materials in the United States could construct a palace the size of the Capitol for every family globally Additionally, with intensive cultivation, the U.S could yield enough wool, cotton, linen, and silk to provide exquisite clothing for every individual, surpassing even the splendor of Solomon's attire, while also producing ample food to ensure a luxurious diet for all.
The visible and invisible supply of original substance is virtually limitless, with everything on Earth derived from this singular source While new forms continuously emerge and older ones dissolve, they all represent variations of the same fundamental material The universe is composed of this formless substance, which remains largely untapped, as vast spaces within and around visible forms are filled with this raw material In fact, the potential for creation is immense, with a supply that far exceeds what has already been manifested.
Nature is not lacking in resources; rather, it is an endless reservoir of wealth that continually generates new forms and materials The creative energy inherent in original substance ensures that when resources like building materials or soil are depleted, they will be replenished Even when precious metals are extracted from the earth, if society still requires them, nature will provide more from the formless Ultimately, the formless responds to humanity's needs, ensuring that the world is never devoid of essential goods.
Humanity as a whole possesses abundant wealth, yet individual poverty arises from not adhering to specific principles that lead to personal prosperity The underlying essence of existence is intelligent and alive, constantly driven toward greater vitality and growth.
Life inherently seeks to thrive, reflecting an innate drive for growth and expansion Intelligence naturally strives to broaden its horizons, while consciousness yearns to extend its limits for deeper expression The universe of forms emerges from formless living substance, which takes shape to achieve greater self-expression.
The universe is a great living presence, always moving inherently toward more life and fuller functioning.
Nature is designed to foster the growth of life, driven by the fundamental goal of increasing existence Consequently, all resources essential for sustaining life are abundantly available, ensuring that there is no scarcity, as this would contradict the very essence of creation.
Wealth is not limited by the availability of resources; rather, it is accessible to those who adopt the right mindset and take decisive action.
The First Principle in The Science of Getting Rich
The First Principle in The Science of Getting Rich
Thought is the sole force capable of transforming formless substance into tangible wealth Everything in existence is derived from a thinking substance, and by envisioning a specific form within this substance, one can manifest that form into reality.
Original substance manifests according to its thoughts, with every natural form and process reflecting these thoughts As formless matter contemplates a shape, it adopts that shape; similarly, as it envisions a movement, it executes that movement This principle underlies the creation of all things We exist within a thought-driven world, which is part of a broader thought universe The concept of a dynamic universe permeates formless substance, with thinking matter shaping itself and moving in accordance with these thoughts, ultimately forming systems of planets and sustaining their existence.
The concept of a circling system of suns and worlds illustrates how these celestial bodies are shaped and moved by thought Just as the idea of a slow-growing oak tree initiates a gradual process, it may take centuries to fully realize its form Creation unfolds as the formless aligns with pre-established lines of motion, meaning that the thought of an oak tree does not instantly manifest a mature tree but sets in motion the forces necessary for its growth along defined pathways.
Every thought of form, held in thinking substance, causes the creation of the form, but always, or at least generally, along lines of growth and action already established.
The concept of envisioning a house can channel creative energies in trade and commerce, leading to its rapid construction If no existing pathways for this creative energy exist, the house could be directly formed from primal substance, bypassing the lengthy processes typically associated with organic and inorganic development.
No thought of form can be impressed upon original sub- stance without causing the creation of the form.
A person serves as a center of thought, originating ideas that must first exist in their mind before they can be physically created This means that every object crafted by an individual begins with a conceptualization, highlighting the importance of thought in the process of creation.
Throughout history, humanity has primarily focused on manual labor to alter existing forms in the world, neglecting the potential to create entirely new forms by influencing formless substance with thought.
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Individuals often create mental images by drawing inspiration from the natural world, yet they have largely overlooked the potential to collaborate with formless intelligence, or the divine Many remain unaware that they can emulate the creative processes of a higher power Instead of focusing solely on reshaping existing materials through manual labor, people should consider the possibility of manifesting new creations from formless substance by channeling their thoughts into this realm of potential.
We aim to demonstrate that anyone, regardless of gender, can achieve this, and we will outline the process To begin, we will establish three essential principles.
Everything in existence originates from a single formless substance, which manifests in various forms across organic and inorganic nature These diverse elements are merely different expressions of the same fundamental material This substance is inherently thinking, meaning that thoughts can shape its form Humans, as centers of thought, possess the ability to generate original ideas By communicating these thoughts to the original thinking substance, individuals can bring into existence the very things they envision.
There is a thinking stuff from which all things are made, and which, in its original state, permeates, penetrates, and fills the interspaces of the universe.
A thought in this substance produces the thing that is imaged by the thought.
A person can form things in his thought, and, by impressing his thought upon formless substance, can cause the thing he thinks about to be created.
It may be asked if I can prove these statements, and without going into details I answer that I can do so, both by logic and experience.
By analyzing the relationship between form and thought, I identify a fundamental thinking substance This substance enables individuals to influence the creation of the ideas they contemplate.
And by experiment, I find the reasoning true This is my strongest proof.
This book claims that following its guidance can lead to wealth; if even one reader achieves success, it supports this assertion However, if every reader who applies its principles becomes rich, it serves as strong evidence of its effectiveness, until someone fails in the process The theory remains valid until proven otherwise, and the author believes that anyone who diligently follows the instructions will ultimately achieve financial success.
I have said that people get rich by doing things in a certain way, and in order to do so, people must become able to think in a certain way.
A person’s way of doing things is the direct result of the way he thinks about things.
To achieve your desired outcomes, it's essential to cultivate the mindset that aligns with your goals Developing this way of thinking is the crucial first step on your journey to wealth.
And to think what you want to think is to think TRUTH, regardless of appearances.
Every person possesses the innate ability to choose their thoughts; however, exercising this power demands significantly more effort than simply accepting the thoughts influenced by external appearances.
Thinking based on appearances is simple, while seeking truth beyond those appearances demands significant effort and energy, surpassing any other tasks we face.
Sustained and consecutive thought is often regarded as the most challenging form of labor, as many people tend to avoid it This difficulty is heightened when the truth contradicts what is immediately visible or apparent.
C HAPTER 4: The First Principle in The Science of Getting Rich
Increasing Life
Eliminate the outdated belief that a Deity desires your poverty or benefits from your financial struggles Embrace the idea that you have the power to change your circumstances and pursue prosperity.
The intelligent substance that exists in everything, including you, is a consciously living entity As a living substance, it inherently desires the expansion of life, reflecting the natural instinct of all living intelligence to seek growth Consequently, every living being is driven to continually pursue the enhancement of its existence, as the essence of life is to perpetually increase itself.
A seed, once planted in the soil, initiates a process of growth that leads to the production of numerous new seeds This cycle of life inherently involves multiplication and expansion, as living entities continuously evolve and generate more life For life to persist, it must embrace this perpetual growth and increase.
Intelligence requires continuous growth, as each thought prompts the need for further contemplation, leading to an ever-expanding consciousness Every fact we acquire opens the door to new knowledge, resulting in a constant increase in understanding Additionally, as we develop our talents, we are motivated to pursue new skills, driven by an innate desire for self-expression This relentless urge propels us to seek greater knowledge, accomplish more, and enhance our existence.
To achieve personal growth and fulfillment, we must acquire resources that enable us to learn and take action The pursuit of wealth reflects our innate desire for a richer, more meaningful life, as every aspiration represents an unfulfilled potential striving for expression This desire for financial abundance parallels the natural growth of a plant, symbolizing the life force seeking to expand and manifest in greater ways.
The fundamental essence of life is driven by an inherent law that compels it to thrive and create This living substance seeks to expand its existence through you, urging you to acquire and utilize all that enhances your life.
God desires for you to attain wealth, as it allows Him to express Himself more fully through you With abundant resources at your disposal, you can better embody His presence and purpose in your life This wealth enables you to have greater influence and capability in fulfilling His intentions.
The universe desires you to have everything you want to have.
Nature is friendly to your plans.
Everything is naturally for you.
Make up your mind that this is true.
To truly live, one's purpose must align with a greater collective purpose, transcending mere pleasure or sensual gratification Life is defined by the fulfillment of all functions—physical, mental, and spiritual—where individuals thrive by engaging fully in each aspect without excess.
True wealth should not be pursued for indulgence in base desires, as that does not equate to a fulfilling life Instead, embracing and expressing our physical functions healthily is essential, as denying these natural impulses prevents us from truly living.
True wealth should not be pursued merely for intellectual pleasures, ambition, or fame, as focusing solely on these aspects leads to an incomplete and unsatisfying life Additionally, seeking riches solely for the benefit of others or the joys of philanthropy can also result in a partial existence Both intellectual and altruistic pursuits are important, but they are just parts of a broader, more fulfilling life.
To achieve wealth is to enable a life of enjoyment and fulfillment, allowing you to indulge in life's pleasures, surround yourself with beauty, explore new horizons, and nurture your intellect It empowers you to share love, perform acts of kindness, and contribute positively to the world in the pursuit of truth.
But remember that extreme altruism is no better and no nobler than extreme selfishness; both are mistakes.
Let go of the misconception that God desires you to sacrifice your well-being for others in order to earn His favor; in reality, God does not ask for such sacrifices.
God desires that you fully realize your potential, both for your own benefit and for the benefit of others By striving to be the best version of yourself, you can have a greater positive impact on those around you than through any other means.
To truly maximize your potential, it is essential to focus on building wealth, making it both a noble and commendable pursuit Prioritizing the acquisition of financial success is key to personal growth and fulfillment.
The essence of substance is universal, striving to enhance life for everyone rather than diminish it for any individual It operates on the principle that it cannot create wealth at the expense of others; instead, intelligent substance generates abundance for all, ensuring that it enriches lives without depriving anyone else.
You must get rid of the thought of competition You are to create, not to compete for what is already created.
You do not have to take anything away from anyone.
You do not have to drive sharp bargains.
You do not have to cheat or to take advantage You do not need to let anyone work for you for less than he earns.
How Riches Come To You
How Riches Come To You
You don’t need to engage in harsh bargaining or unfair dealings with others; instead, focus on fostering positive relationships It's not about getting something for nothing, but rather about offering more value to others than you receive in return.
In the cash market, you cannot provide more monetary value than what you receive, but you can offer greater use value than the cash equivalent of the item taken For instance, while the materials used in this book may not equal the price you paid, the ideas within can potentially generate significant income, meaning you have gained substantial value from a relatively small investment.
If I possess a valuable artwork by a renowned artist, worth thousands in a developed society, and I persuade a native inhabitant of Baffin Bay to trade it for a bundle of furs valued at $500, I have wronged him The picture holds no practical value for him and fails to enhance his life in any meaningful way.
By exchanging a $50 gun for furs, the individual secures a beneficial deal, as the gun serves a practical purpose It enables him to acquire additional furs and food, enhancing his quality of life and ultimately contributing to his wealth.
Elevating from a competitive mindset to a creative perspective allows you to critically assess your business transactions If what you offer does not enhance a person's life more than what they give you in return, it's time to reconsider your approach Success in business does not require outdoing others; if your business model relies on competition at the expense of others, it's best to exit that environment immediately.
Give everyone more in use value than you take from him in cash value Then you are adding to the life of the world by every business transaction.
To ensure a profitable business, it's essential to generate more cash value from employees than the wages paid By structuring your organization around the principle of advancement, you can create an environment where employees have the opportunity to progress and improve daily.
You have the power to structure your business in a way that enables employees to achieve their own financial success By providing opportunities for growth, each employee can elevate themselves to wealth if they are willing to put in the effort However, it is important to understand that while you can facilitate the creation of wealth from the abundant resources around you, it does not mean that these riches will materialize instantly or effortlessly before your eyes.
To manifest your desire for a sewing machine, focus on a clear mental image of it and believe with unwavering certainty that it is being created or is on its way to you Once you have formed this thought, maintain absolute faith in its arrival and speak of it only as if it is already yours Embrace the mindset that your sewing machine is certain to come into your possession.
It will be brought to you by the power of the supreme intelligence, acting upon the minds of men.
In Maine, it's possible for individuals from Texas or Japan to be involved in transactions that fulfill your desires.
If so, the whole matter will be as much to that person’s advantage as it is to yours.
The thinking substance permeates everything, connecting and influencing all aspects of life Its inherent desire for a richer existence has led to the invention of countless sewing machines, with the potential to inspire millions more This creative force is activated by human desire, faith, and purposeful action.
Having a sewing machine at home allows you to pursue your creative passions and improve your life, as well as positively impact the lives of others Embracing tools and resources that enhance your skills can lead to personal growth and community enrichment.
You need not hesitate about asking largely “It is your Father’s pleasure to give you the kingdom,” said Jesus.
The essence of life seeks to fully express itself through you, encouraging you to embrace all that you can utilize for a rich and fulfilling existence.
Recognizing that your desire for wealth aligns with the supreme power's wish for fuller expression transforms your faith into an unstoppable force.
A young boy sat at a piano, frustrated by his inability to create music despite feeling it deeply within him He expressed his vexation, saying, “I can feel the music in me, but I can’t make my hands go right.” This inner music represented a powerful urge for original expression, embodying the limitless possibilities of life itself, as it sought to find its voice through the child.
God, the one substance, is trying to live and do and enjoy things through humanity He is saying
I desire hands to construct magnificent structures, to create divine melodies, and to paint breathtaking artworks I seek feet to carry out my tasks, eyes to appreciate the beauty around me, tongues to express profound truths, and to sing extraordinary songs.
Gratitude
The illustrations in the previous chapter emphasize that the initial step to achieving wealth is to clearly communicate your desires to the formless substance.
This is true, and you will see that in order to do so it becomes necessary to relate yourself to the formless intelligence in a harmonious way.
Establishing a harmonious relationship with the supreme power, or God, is of utmost importance In this discussion, I will provide essential instructions that, when followed, will lead you to achieve perfect unity of mind with this higher power.
The whole process of mental adjustment and atunement can be summed up in one word: Gratitude.
You believe in a singular intelligent substance that is the source of all creation This substance fulfills your desires, and you connect with it through a profound sense of gratitude.
Many individuals who manage their lives well remain in poverty due to a lack of gratitude By failing to acknowledge the gifts they receive from God, they sever the connection that sustains them.
Living closer to the source of wealth allows us to receive more abundance, just as a grateful soul maintains a deeper connection with God compared to one that fails to acknowledge Him By focusing our thoughts on gratitude when we experience good fortune, we attract even more blessings at a faster pace This is because a grateful mindset aligns us more closely with the source of our blessings.
Gratitude aligns your mind with the universe's creative energies, fostering harmony and attracting positive experiences Recognizing the benefits of gratitude can help you understand that the good in your life results from following specific laws By embracing gratitude, you can maintain a connection to creative thinking and avoid falling into competitive mindsets.
Gratitude is essential for maintaining a positive outlook and helps you avoid the misconception of limited resources, which can be detrimental to your aspirations.
The law of gratitude is essential for achieving desired outcomes, as it operates on the principle that every action has an equal and opposite reaction By embracing gratitude, you align yourself with this natural law, fostering positive results in your life.
Expressing gratitude and appreciation to a higher intelligence is a powerful release of energy that inevitably connects with its source This act of thankful praise not only reaches out but also prompts an immediate response, drawing that intelligence closer to you.
"Drawing near to God fosters a reciprocal connection, where strong and constant gratitude enhances the flow of desired outcomes towards you Jesus exemplified this with his consistent expressions of thanks, emphasizing that gratitude is essential for harnessing power However, the significance of gratitude extends beyond attracting future blessings; it is crucial for maintaining a positive mindset Allowing dissatisfaction to occupy your thoughts leads to a fixation on negativity, which ultimately shapes your reality By focusing on the ordinary and undesirable, you risk manifesting those very experiences in your life."
Focusing on inferior thoughts and surroundings leads to a decline in our own potential, while directing our attention to excellence allows us to elevate ourselves and our environment The creative power within us reflects the quality of our thoughts; by concentrating on the best, we transform into our highest selves Our thoughts shape our reality, as we are made of thinking substance that manifests what we choose to focus on.
A grateful mindset focuses on the positive, leading to personal growth and improvement By embracing gratitude, individuals naturally align themselves with excellence and attract the best outcomes in life This positive outlook not only shapes one's character but also opens the door to receiving the best experiences.
Faith is nurtured by gratitude, as a grateful mindset fosters an expectation of positive outcomes, transforming expectation into faith This cycle of gratitude enhances one's faith, while a lack of gratitude hinders the ability to maintain a vibrant faith Without this living faith, the creative methods for achieving wealth become ineffective, as will be explored in the upcoming chapters.
Cultivating a habit of gratitude for every positive experience is essential, as it fosters personal growth Continuously expressing thanks not only acknowledges the good in your life but also honors the contributions of all experiences to your advancement.
Instead of fixating on the flaws and mistakes of those in power, recognize that their structure of society has provided you with opportunities The benefits you receive are a direct result of their governance Rather than expressing anger towards corrupt politicians, understand that their role is essential; without them, society could descend into chaos, significantly diminishing your chances for success.
Thinking in The Certain Way
Thinking in The Certain Way
To achieve wealth, it's essential to create a clear and vivid mental image of your goals, as illustrated in Chapter 6's story about a man envisioning his house You cannot effectively communicate your aspirations if you lack a precise understanding of them yourself Many individuals struggle to manifest their desires because they possess only a vague notion of what they wish to accomplish, acquire, or become.
It is not enough that you should have a general desire for wealth “to do good with.” Everybody has that desire.
Simply wishing to travel or experience life is not enough; everyone shares these desires Just as you wouldn't send random letters or words to convey a message, you must articulate your wants clearly To effectively communicate your desires to the universe, you need to formulate a coherent and specific statement about what you truly want Vague longings will not activate your creative potential or lead to wealth; clarity and definiteness are essential for manifesting your goals.
To achieve your desires, visualize them clearly, much like the man who meticulously examined his house Create a vivid mental image of what you want, focusing on how you envision it once it's realized.
To achieve your goals, maintain a clear mental image of your destination, much like a sailor focuses on the port he is navigating toward Keep your attention fixed on your objectives, just as a helmsman consistently refers to the compass for guidance This unwavering focus is essential for successful navigation in your journey.
You don't need to engage in concentration exercises, schedule specific times for prayer, or perform any mystical practices While some of these methods can be beneficial, the key is to clearly identify your desires and cultivate a strong enough passion for them to keep them at the forefront of your mind.
Maximize your leisure time by reflecting on your goals and aspirations When you genuinely desire something, focusing on it comes naturally, unlike tasks that lack personal significance, which demand more effort to concentrate on.
To achieve wealth, you must possess a strong desire that focuses your thoughts on your goal, much like a magnetic pole directs a compass needle Without this intense motivation, following the guidance in this book may not be worthwhile.
The methods set forth here are for people whose desire for riches is strong enough to overcome mental laziness and the love of ease, and to make them work.
The clearer and more detailed your visualization becomes, the stronger your desire will grow By focusing on the delightful aspects of your vision, you enhance your motivation, making it easier to achieve your goals.
To achieve true accomplishment, it is essential to go beyond simply envisioning your goals; merely having a clear picture makes you a dreamer without the ability to take action.
To transform your clear vision into reality, you need a strong purpose that drives you to manifest it This purpose must be supported by unwavering faith, believing that what you desire is already within your reach and simply awaits your claim.
Live in the new house, mentally, until it takes form around you physically In the mental realm, enter at once into full enjoyment of the things you want.
“Whatsoever things ye ask for when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them,” said Jesus.
Visualize the things you desire as if they are constantly present in your life Envision yourself owning and utilizing these items, engaging with them in your imagination just as you would when they become real possessions Focus on this mental image until it is vivid and clear, adopting a mindset of ownership over everything you see Embrace this mental possession wholeheartedly, maintaining unwavering faith that it truly belongs to you Keep this belief strong and steadfast.
Gratitude is essential; express thankfulness for your desires even before they manifest A person who can genuinely appreciate what they envision possesses true faith and will ultimately achieve wealth, bringing their aspirations into reality.
You do not need to pray repeatedly for things you want It is not necessary to tell God about it every day.
To achieve a more fulfilling life, it is essential to clearly articulate your desires and organize them into a cohesive vision By impressing this unified intention upon the formless substance, you tap into its inherent power and will, enabling it to manifest your aspirations.
You do not make this impression by repeating strings of words; you make it by holding the vision with unshakable
PURPOSE to attain it and with steadfast FAITH that you do attain it.
The answer to prayer is not according to your faith while you are talking, but according to your faith while you are working
Impressing God is not achieved by dedicating a specific Sabbath day to express your desires while neglecting Him throughout the week Similarly, setting aside certain hours for prayer is ineffective if you forget about Him in between those moments.
Oral prayer can clarify your vision and strengthen your faith, but it is not sufficient for achieving your desires To attain wealth, it's essential to "pray without ceasing," which means consistently holding onto your vision with the intent to manifest it into reality, coupled with unwavering faith in the process.
“Believe that ye receive them.”
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C HAPTER 8: Thinking in The Certain Way