THE LIFE POWER AND HOW TO USE IT (Annotated)

by Elizabeth Towne

Elizabeth Towne was one of the most important figures of the New Thought Movement, not only as a writer, but as an editor and publisher of authors like Wallace Wattles, William Atkinson, and dozens of others.

This book has been annotated with an article on the New Thought movement, its principles and history, to provide historical context to the book.

It is a beautiful and motivational book, in which the author tell us, among many nuggets of wisdom:

"Has anything gone out of your life? Have you lost that which you esteemed dear? Grieve not. It has been destroyed or taken away to make place for yet higher things.
God gives and God takes away in answer to your own highest desires. The Destroyer is but cleaning the plate for a more beautiful picture.
Be still and know that all things are working for the manifestation of your deepest desires. Work with things, not against them."

Genres: Nonfiction, Spirituality

179 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 1, 1996

Reviews

[Victor Henrique · Rating 3 out of 5]

Elizabeth Towne, a key figure in the New Thought movement, presents *The Life Power and How to Use It* as a guide to harnessing personal energy for success, health, and fulfillment. The book blends optimism, mental discipline, and practical advice, emphasizing the idea that our thoughts shape our reality.

Towne advocates for self-confidence, positive thinking, and aligning with an infinite life force to achieve one's desires. While her ideas echo those of contemporaries like Wallace D. Wattles, her writing is more personal and engaging.

Though inspiring, the book lacks scientific grounding and can feel overly simplistic. However, for readers interested in manifestation and self-empowerment, it remains a valuable and uplifting read.

[Rudolf Lobo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read

[Vlad · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is an short alright book on vibrations and taking actions every cell can vibrate within with the author tells need to be very rational calm to stimulate that pragmatic vibration.

[Sean D James · Rating 3 out of 5]

Chapter 5 is one of the chapters that really caught my attention when listening to this book.

[Fireball Tim]

Over a hundred years ago, Elizabeth Towne developed the largest Metaphysical following through her magazine, NAUTILUS. This book embodied her philosophy and should be read over and over, building new abundance minded habits. It's awesome.

[Cordell · Rating 5 out of 5]

An eye opener to say the least...