I mean pure thought, noble inspiration, and unselfish love. To dwell continually in good thoughts is to throw around oneself a mental atmosphere of sweetness and power which leaves its blessing upon all who come in contact with it. As the rising sun clears away the helpless shadows, so are all the impotent forces of evil cleared away by the rays of positive thought which shine forth from a heart made strong in purity and faith. Even physical conditions are largely determined by mental states, and to this truth the scientific world is rapidly being drawn. The old, materialistic belief that we are what our body makes us, is rapidly passing away, and is being replaced by the inspiring belief that we are superior to our body, and that our body is what we make it by the power of thought.
Many people complain that they have worn themselves out through overwork.
In the majority of such cases, the breakdown is simply the result of wasted energy. If you would secure peace of mind you must learn to work without friction. To become anxious or excited, or to worry over needless details is to invite a breakdown. Work, whether of the brain or the body, is beneficial and health-giving, and the person who can work with a sense of calm will accomplish far more than the person who is hurried and anxious. Order your thoughts and you will order your life.