Joseph Murphy (1) (1898–1981)

This short, inspiring book was initially published in 1963 by Joseph Murphy, "an Irish born, naturalized American author and New Thought minister, ordained in Divine Science and Religious Science" (Wikipedia).
I find Joseph convincing in his contention that prayer, visualization and vigilant self praise can counteract self-doubt and self-deprecating beliefs. His prescription for a happy life, which he contends is Gods desire for us, is vigilante affirmations of health, intelligence, memory, show more good habits, dream achievements, prosperity, and the projection of love and good will.
I believe that the psychological field, "Cognitive Therapy" preaches much the same thing, and I'm a thinkin' It's certainly worth a try. :-)
A brief aside: It was pointed out to me as I was carrying this book about, that the art on this version is remeniscent of the Coit Tower murals in San Francisco and I agree. This book bibliographic page of this book says it is "Reprinted in its Entirety from the Original Edition First Published in 1963". Presumably THAT edition credited the illustrator--sadly, this one makes no mention of the cover art. show less

Lots of statements about how just thinking something can make it happen through the power of your subconscious. No science other than the random, unrelated theories and laws that he sprinkles in to make this sound like it’s based on science and that he knows what he’s talking about. Once a Chemist and now apparently a Psychologist? I’m calling bullshit. Just hope and pray and you can have anything you want? Hahahaa! Yeah, ok. Don’t read this unless you like being swindled.

The material is somewhat dated but the message is pretty much timeless. That message being pared down the the simple concept that what you believe, or at least convince yourself you do is the ultimate influencer of your mental state.

Dr. Murphy goes through endless examples and demonstration of this central concept on many topics and life situations we all face time to time or permanently. And to go with this many useful applications for us to experiment with and incorporate into our daily show more lives. A worthwhile look at things that can truly change your life. If you believe they can, that is. show less

This inspiring book contains extracts from the illustrious Dr. Murphy’s lectures.

Dr. Murphy was a proponent of the New Thought movement, whose basic concept was “You can become what you want to be.

He believed that it was God’s plan for us to be healthy, prosperous and happy.

Whatever you attach to the words “I am” and “emotionalize” you’ll become. If you’re looking for your purpose in life, say ”I m in my true place. I m doing what I love to do. I’m divinely happy and show more prospered.”

You become what you think about all day long. If you think positive thoughts, blessings follow; and if you think negative thoughts, unpleasant results manifest.”

The book is filled with accounts of various people who healed themselves of their illnesses and transformed their lives by changing their thinking. Murphy gives us continual examples of healing prayers to repeat and meditate on.

For example,

“God is boundless love, absolute bliss, indescribable beauty, and supreme peace. There are no divisions in the Infinite, which is perfect. God’s eyes are too pure to behold inequity. God’s will is being made manifest in my life as Divine Harmony, health, happiness, abundance, and love.”

If we meditate on these words regularly, our present circumstances will be magically transformed.

Whenever fear or worry comes into our mind, we should immediately affirm “God is guiding me now” or “God knows the answer”.

When you have a problem, turn away from your difficulty and concentrate on receiving a solution through the power of God. Focus your attention on that and claim the reality of your desire, Infinite Intelligence will respond.

If you’re suffering from an illness, begin to claim “God’s Healing Presence permeates every atom of my being”.

There are chapters about the non-existence of death, the spiritual meaning of marriage and divorce and the beliefs of Ralph Waldo Emerson.

I highly recommend this book, which is one of a series of six by Dr. Murphy. The book, like all Murphy’s books, gives comfort and inspiration. show less