Mind and Body, or Mental States and Physical Conditions

by William Walker Atkinson

Overview

Excerpt: "Mind and Body—Mental States and Physical Conditions! To the mind of those who have contented themselves with merely the superficial aspects of things, these two things—mind and body; and mental states and physical conditions—seem to be as far apart as the two poles; seem to be opposites and contradictories impossible of reconciliation. But to those who have penetrated beneath the surface of things, these two apparent opposites are seen to be so closely related and inter-related—so blended and mingled together in manifestation—that it is practically impossible to scientifically determine where the one leaves off and the other begins. And so constant and close is their mutual action and reaction, that it often becomes impossible to state positively which is the cause and which the effect."

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783987442193
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	06/10/2022
Series:	Classics To Go
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	93
File size:	488 KB

About the Author

William Walker Atkinson (1862-1932) was a multifaceted American figure whose life and work spanned law, business, and the burgeoning field of New Thought philosophy. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Atkinson initially pursued a career in law, achieving considerable success. However, the stress of his professional life took a toll on his health, leading him to explore alternative healing and spiritual practices.Atkinson's journey into metaphysical realms began in earnest in the late 19th century, when he became deeply involved in the New Thought movement, which emphasized the power of the mind in achieving personal and spiritual transformation. Under various pseudonyms, including Yogi Ramacharaka and Theron Q. Dumont, he authored over 100 books and pamphlets, covering topics from mental science and personal magnetism to occultism and Eastern philosophies.One of Atkinson's most revolutionary ideas was the concept of "thought vibration," which posited that thoughts have a tangible energy that can influence reality. This idea prefigured many modern self-help and motivational theories, making him a precursor to contemporary figures like Norman Vincent Peale and Rhonda Byrne.Atkinson's work was not without controversy. Critics often questioned the authenticity of his Eastern teachings, given his Western background. Nonetheless, his writings have had a lasting impact, influencing both the New Age movement and modern self-help literature. His ability to synthesize Eastern and Western philosophies into accessible teachings continues to resonate with readers seeking spiritual and personal growth.
William Walker Atkinson (December 5, 1862 – November 22, 1932) was an attorney, merchant, publisher, and author, as well as an occultist and an American pioneer of the New Thought movement. He is the author of the pseudonymous works attributed to Theron Q. Dumont and Yogi Ramacharaka. He wrote an estimated 100 books, all in the last 30 years of his life. He was mentioned in past editions of Who's Who in America, in Religious Leaders of America, and in similar publications. His works have remained in print more or less continuously since 1900.