The Hidden Power, and Other Papers upon Mental Science

Name: The Hidden Power, and Other Papers upon Mental Science
Author: T. Troward

By T. Troward

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A collection of essays outlines a mental-science approach to spiritual life, arguing that outer symbols conceal inner realities and that conscious thought shapes individual experience. It examines the idea of a universal life and the I Am as a directing principle, explores affirmative thought, desire as motive power, submission and completeness, the principle of guidance, and methods for externalizing inner states into practical results. Several essays reinterpret biblical motifs and propose disciplined mental practices to cultivate inner unity, moral clarity, and effective living, emphasizing growth, personal responsibility, and the translation of symbolic faith into demonstrable mental outcomes.

About the Author

T. Troward

Thomas Troward was a British author and lecturer known for his influential works on mental science and the creative process. His writings emphasize the power of thought and the principles of mental science, exploring how individuals can harness their mental faculties to shape their reality. Among his notable works are "The Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science" and "The Creative Process in the Individual," which delve into the relationship between consciousness and the creative act. Troward's ideas have contributed to the New Thought movement, advocating for the transformative potential of positive thinking and self-awareness.