Chapter 8

Brandon Martin

The Power of Positive Thinking • Sermon • Submitted a year ago

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Chapter 8 Worksheet: "The Power of Positive Thinking" by Norman Vincent Peale

What is the main idea of chapter 8?

What are some examples of negative thoughts that people often have?

How does Peale suggest replacing negative thoughts with positive ones?

Emerson, James and Theoreau had what perspectives on acheivement ?

A fundamental doctrine of Emerson is that the human personality can be touched with Divine power and thus greatness can be released from it. William James pointed out that the greatest factor in any undertaking is one’s belief about it. Thoreau told us that the secret of achievement is to hold a picture of a successful outcome in mind.

Peale states that many people have a "defeatist attitude." What does he mean by this and how does he suggest changing it?

What is the importance of having a positive attitude towards oneself and others?

What line does Dr. Peale state to say out loud until if enters our subconscious? I dont believe in defeat.

How will you use the techniques discussed in chapter 8 to overcome negative thoughts and achieve success?

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