The Science of Being Great

Your browser does not support HTML5 video.  “The Principle of Power gives us just what we ask of it; if we only undertake little things, it only gives us power for little things; but if we try to do great things in a great way it gives us all the power there is.”“Genius is the union of man and God in the acts of the soul. Great men are always greater than their deeds. They are in connection with a reserve power that is without limit.”“Faith—not a faith in one’s self or in one’s own powers but faith in principle; in the Something Great which upholds right, and which may be relied upon to give us the victory in due time. Without this faith it is not possible for anyone to rise to real greatness.”~ Wallace D. Wattles from The Science of Being GreatI love Wallace D. Wattles. :)Although relatively obscure, Wattles is one of the big influences in the New Thought movement. You might’ve read his popular The Science of Getting Rich, (influenced the peeps behind the movie The Secret quite a bit) but my hunch is you’ve probably never heard of The Science of Being Great. (Also known as How to be a Genius.)Seeing that I’m giving myself a Ph.D. in Optimal Living with a Specialization in Greatness and Bliss (and Enthusiasm and all things good), I figured I should rock the PhilosophersNote on it.Here are some of the Big Ideas:1. God & Greatness - It’s not from your teachers.2. God’s Thoughts - Become a mind reader.3. A Great Advancing Soul - (That’s you!)4. Our Fears - Get above them!5. Obey Your Soul - Always.Here’s to rockin’ our Greatness and enjoying the whole process,More goodness— including PhilosophersNotes on 300+ books in our ​*OPTIMIZE*​ membership program. Find out more at brianjohnson . me.

Some of the old school English is difficult to understand, but overall the wisdom within strikes a nerve to inspire change. I will turn these pages again.

This is an amazing book that will help you see through the petty things in life and make you focus on what is important, leading you to better define yourself and maximize your changes to express yourself to the world and become successful.The book is written beautifully and the concepts proposed are timeless. It is a true classic that every aspiring individual should have in his library, and reread from time to time.

Written in 1910 it's one of the best books I've ever read. I've bought over 100 copies to gift to salespeople and entrepreneurs. And my own copy is highlighted with 3 colors (from 3 different readings) and underlined in 2 colors in pen (from 2 other readings). In fact... it's time to read it again. Buy 2 copies... because you'll want to keep one and give one for sure.

Good enough to buy copy for someone else!

Love to read this type of book.

This was the second book I have read by Wallace D. Wattles and I loved it. I have re-read it several times. I believe it's worthy to be read over and over until the principles are realized. Thank you.

Incredible book full of wisdom and life changing truth.

A wonderful classic must read. Why aren't we taught this in school so we can create the best life possible. I am now trying to undo years of bad conditioning and trying to make the best changes for my remaining years. I now understand all my mistakes created unwanted happenings in my life and I intend to put it all right. If I'd read this book years ago life would have been totally different.

Good principles a little religious in format, however on the whole a good read. considering that this book was written in the early part of the 20th century the insight is remarkable. Nothing much has changed in the last 110 years, so it seems that principles on life are timeless.

Great read

If you are really looking for consolation and a new way of looking at your self in this new brave world, then this book can drive you with very little bumps to your destination. It is good for seekers and those feeling somehow lost and want to snap back like a geriatric patience of Viagra.

Loved this book and have read it twice now, I've read the secret and other loa books and its clear they just get their ideas from wattles and napoleon hill. Fascinating read and everyone shoild read this book if they wish to grow as a person.