 The secret was a relatively unknown secret long before the video and book came out. History can trace its origins back to the days of your great-grandparents or even your great-great-great-grandparents. Let me tell you a secret when I was a kid, ya little whipper snapper, but first grab me some sasperilla. Okay, I'm listening, but what the hell's sasperilla? Don't mind your great-great-great-great-grandfather, sonny. He was out in the sun all day panning for gold. In the mid-1800s, tuberculosis was a one-way ticket to the Grim Reaper's doorstep. So when Phineas Quimby got diagnosed, most folks figured he was toast. But what could they do back then? Snake oil, leeches, drilling a hole in his head to let the demons out? Those were the cures that life had to offer in the 1800s. But Phineas, nah, he had a different idea. He jumped on his trusty horse and said screw that! I'm gonna outrun this cop with my mind. His story isn't just about some crazy dude on a horse. It's about how that crazy dude stumbled on to something big, the law of attraction. This isn't woo-woo mumbo jumbo. It's the idea that your thoughts controlled your reality. And Quimby, by golly, he used it for his battle against tuberculosis. Now fast-forward 150 years, suddenly everyone's talking about the secret and getting rich with their minds. But guess what? This isn't New Age nonsense. It's the echoes of old Phineas riding his horse into the sunset of disease and doubt. So buckle up, buttercup, because we're about to take a no-frills dusty trail ride through the history of the law of attraction. We're gonna meet the folks who came before the secret, the ones who figured out the power of positive thinking before it became trendy in this millennium. We're gonna see how their ideas have influenced every generation since then. And maybe we'll learn a thing or two about harnessing our own minds for a healthier, happier, and maybe even richer life. What I'm gonna show you is the secret long before the secret. Are you ready? Let's go! Many of us have either read the book The Secret or have seen the video, but the real secret behind the secret is that its origins began in the mid-1800s. Back then Phineas Quimby was diagnosed with tuberculosis. The conversation with his doctor probably went something like this. Well Phineas, it looks like you have tuberculosis. What do you reckon I can do Doc? Well, you have three options Phineas. Snake oil, leeches, or we can drill a hole in your head to let the demons out. I think I'll try horse riding instead. And that's what he did. By engaging in horse riding Quimby noticed that intense excitement provided temporary relief from his affliction. This approach, which alleviated his pain and appeared to contribute to a subsequent recovery, inspired Phineas to delve into the exploration of mind over body. What's to follow is the historic account of Quimby's amazing story. And by no means should it be This is not medical advice, sitters. Medical advice. Pass it on. Quimby used the power of his mind to help him with his medical issue. In the mid-1800s, tuberculosis often became severe lung damage, respiratory failure, and eventually death. But once Quimby used the power of his mind to challenge tuberculosis, people caught wind of this, and out of Quimby's success, a new practice arose called the New Thought Movement. Rocketed by thought, steered by belief, and navigated by the starlight of consciousness, the New Thought Movement took off like wildfire. The New Thought Movement took flight as a testament to the boundless potential of the human mind, fueled by the cosmic energies of thought, belief, and consciousness. New Thought primarily centered around the interplay among thoughts, beliefs, and consciousness within the human mind as well as their broader effects. Consider the human mind as a cosmic kitchen, with thoughts as the ingredients, beliefs are the recipes, and consciousness is the master chef cooking up a feast of intellectual thoughts and affirmations. We've all heard of the Law of Attraction, but what is the origin of it? In 1855, Andrew Jackson Davis unveiled a spiritual side to the Law of Attraction. He believed it wasn't just about getting what we want in this life, but about our souls navigating the afterlife. Our thoughts and intentions resonated with unseen forces, shaping not only our earthly lives, but our journeys through the spirit world, like a compass guiding us through eternity. In the early 1900s, Henry Ford was credited with the saying, whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right. And for the record, there is no record of Henry Ford saying this, but it still remains an undeniable truth. But that saying originated from the writings of New Thought author Andrew Jackson Davis over half a century beforehand, through Prentice Mulford's essay called The Law of Success, where he stated, when we dread a misfortune or live in fear of any ill, or expect ill luck, we make a construction of unseen element, thought which, by the same law of attraction, draws to it destructive and, to you, damaging forces or elements. Thus, the law for success is also the law of misfortune. And that, in a nutshell, is whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right. The exploration of the Law of Attraction by New Thought authors like Henry Wood Ralph Waldo Trine extends beyond a mere consideration of physical health. In Henry Wood's work, God's Image in Man, written in 1892, and Ralph Waldo Trine's inaugural book, What All the Worlds Are Seeking, written in 1896, the concept of the law of attraction is presented as a force that operates in every facet of life. These authors delve into the interconnectedness of thoughts, beliefs, and consciousness, emphasizing that the law of attraction influences not only bodily well-being, but also shapes the entirety of human experience. From this spiritual and metaphysical viewpoint, the law of attraction is portrayed as a fundamental principle governing the vibrational alignment between individual consciousness and the broader universe, guiding the unfolding of various life aspects beyond the physical realm. In 1897, Ralph Waldo Trine penned the transformative work in tune with the infinite, and offered profound insights into the spiritual and metaphysical dimensions of the universe. In the second paragraph of Chapter 9, Trine wrote, The law of attraction works universally on every plane of action, and we attract whatever we desire or expect. If we desire one thing and expect another, we become like houses divided against themselves, which are quickly brought to desolation. Determine resolutely to expect only what you desire, then you will attract only what you wish for. Additionally, he stated, The law of attraction works unceasingly throughout the universe, and the one great and never challenging fact in connection with it is as we have found that like attracts like. Trine's work delves into the timeless wisdom of the law of attraction, painting a picture of its ceaseless operation throughout time and space. This cosmic principle underscores the interconnectedness of energies and consciousness, asserting that the vibrations we emit by focusing on positive thoughts, you can attract desired outcomes in your life. The law of attraction continued its prominence, and seemingly picked up momentum in the early 1900s. In 1906, William Walker Atkinson wrote a new thought movement book called Dynamic Thought, or The Law of Vibrant Energy, in which he used the phrase, like attracts like. So what the secret is telling us is nothing new. History is literally littered with people trying to tell us the true secret, yet this knowledge was continuously suppressed from us. In 1910, Wallace D. Waddles authored The Science of Getting Rich, asserting that the mere act of believing in and focusing on one's desires will result in the realization of those objectives or goals on the material plane. In 1919, another theosopical author, Annie Besant, discussed the law of attraction. Besant compared her version of it to gravitation and said that the law represented a form of karma. And that's an interesting perspective where basically she's saying that the law of attraction is similar to what comes around, goes around. For example, if you do good things for others, then good things will come to you. In 1912, Charles Honell wrote a book called The Master Key System, in which he stated, The law of attraction will certainly and unerringly bring to you the conditions, environment, and experiences in life, corresponding with your habitual, characteristic, and predominant mental attitude. Napoleon Hill would later reference this work. You may get your first cue as to the nature of The Great Master Key. When I tell you that psychologists have discovered a natural law, which is the very foundation of all personal successes. And I can describe it to you in one short sentence so you can understand it. Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, the mind can achieve. By the mid 20th century, we witnessed a renewed blossoming of the law of attraction, including two books that are still popular today. The first book is Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. It's a profound guide on the journey of personal transformation. His book went on to sell more than 100 million copies, and here's one of them. Hill's timeless wisdom transcends mere financial success, inviting readers to explore deeper realms of their consciousness. From a spiritual perspective, the book emphasizes the power of thoughts, beliefs, and visualization as powerful tools in the co-creation of one's reality. It serves as a spiritual roadmap, encouraging individuals to align their thoughts with their highest aspirations, and in doing so, tap into the infinite abundance of the universe. Metaphysically, Hill's work unveils the intricate dance between mind and matter, suggesting that the energetic forces and frequencies of our thoughts influences the manifestation of our desires. The second book is called The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peel. He speaks plainly, reminding us that our minds are powerful tools shaping our reality. He debunks negativity, urging us to see the good that surrounds us and within us. Peel teaches us to believe in ourselves, not blindly but actively, fueling our lives with optimism. He shows us that our thoughts are seeds, sprouting possibilities that can blossom into fulfilling realities. It's a practical guide to inner strength, offering simple steps to cultivate faith and purpose. With each page, we feel the weight of doubt lift, replaced by a surge of confidence and the belief that we can achieve anything we set our minds to. Since the 1950s, the concept of the Law of Attraction gained renewed exposure with the release of the film The Secret in 2006, which was then developed into a book of the same title in 2007. The movie and book gained widespread media coverage. This was followed by a sequel called The Power in 2010 that talks about the law of attraction being the law of love. Proponents believe that the law of attraction is always in operation and that it brings to each person the conditions and experiences that they predominantly think about. The law of attraction is based on the concept of quantum physics, which suggests that everything in the universe is made up of energy and vibration. Our thoughts and emotions are no exception, and they have a direct impact on the energy and vibration of our bodies and minds. When we hold positive thoughts and emotions, our vibration is high, and we are in alignment with positive experiences. These high vibration energies attract similar energies and experiences into our lives, creating a positive feedback loop. On the other hand, negative thoughts and emotions are associated with low vibration energy, such as fear, anger, and sadness. These low vibration energies attract similar energies and experiences into our lives, creating a negative feedback loop. This is why it is important to focus on positive thoughts and emotions, and to let go of negative ones. The law of attraction is not a recent revelation, but a timeless principle deeply rooted in history. It's not merely a modern concept from the secret, but has been woven into the fabric of human understanding for generations. In the mid-1800s, Phineas Quenby set the stage for the exploration of mind over body, triggering the birth of the new thought movement. As we ride past the dusty trails of history, we encounter figures like Andrew Jackson Davis, Ralph Waldo Trind, Napoleon Hill, and Bob Proctor, each contributing to the understanding of the law of attraction in their own unique ways. So the law of attraction's true secret is believing in your own limitless potential. Every thought, every intention is a ripple in the universe. Let's create waves of positivity that crash against the negativity and shape a better tomorrow. And that's all I have for you today. If you would like to support my work, there's a link in the more info section for my N5D Patreon page, and there it is right there. Like magic. 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