Power Through Repose

by Annie Payson Call

Overview

Rejuvinate and revitalize your body, mind and soul through the proper use of rest, and the development of a peaceful state of mind, which will connect you directly with the wisdom inherant within your own body.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781022941885
Publisher:	Anson Street Press
Publication date:	03/28/2025
Pages:	102
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.31(d)

About the Author

Annie Payson Call (1853-1940) was a notable author hailing from Waltham, Massachusetts, who left a lasting legacy in the realm of mental health and personal development. Her literary contributions encompassed a wide array of books and articles, with a common thread of promoting mental well-being and a balanced approach to life. In her various books, including "Regeneration Of The Body" (1888), "As A Matter Of Course" (1894), "The Freedom Of Life" (1905), "Man Of The World" (1905), "Every Day Living" (1906), "How To Live Quietly" (1914), "Power Through Repose" (1891), "Nerves And Common Sense" (1909), "Brain Power For Business Men" (1911), and "Nerves And The War" (1918), Annie Payson Call offered readers a wealth of wisdom on topics related to mental and physical health, personal development, and achieving a balanced and harmonious life. Her articles in the Ladies' Home Journal were not only well-received but also reprinted in her book "Nerves and Common Sense," further disseminating her insights to a wider audience. Throughout her body of work, she emphasized the importance of mental well-being, relaxation, and maintaining a calm and sensible approach to life's challenges. Annie Payson Call's enduring legacy lies in her commitment to enhancing mental health and promoting a thoughtful, balanced way of living. Her writings continue to inspire readers seeking guidance on achieving inner peace, personal growth, and emotional well-being.

Table of Contents

I. THE GUIDANCE OF THE BODY

II. PERVERSIONS IN THE GUIDANCE OF THE BODY

III. REST IN SLEEP

IV. OTHER FORMS OF REST

V. THE USE OF THE BRAIN

VI. THE BRAIN IN ITS DIRECTION OF THE BODY

VII. THE DIRECTION OF THE BODY IN LOCOMOTION

VIII. NERVOUS STRAIN IN PAIN AND SICKNESS

IX. NERVOUS STRAIN IN THE EMOTIONS

X. NATURE'S TEACHING

XI. THE CHILD AS AN IDEAL

XII. TRAINING FOR REST

XIII. TRAINING FOR MOTION

XIV. MIND TRAINING

XV. ARTISTIC CONSIDERATIONS

XVI. TESTS

XVII. THE RATIONAL CARE OF SELF

XVIII. OUR RELATIONS WITH OTHERS

XIX. THE USE OF THE WILL

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