As A Woman Thinketh

by Dorothy J. Hulst, James Allen

Dorothy Jean Hulst, a free-lance writer, had as one of her favorite books As A Man Thinketh, by James Allen. In this short volume, Allen expressed his belief that an individual, through the power of positive thought, forms his or her character and consequent happiness. Hulst was inspired by the content of Allen s book but tired of the mental exercise required to substitute feminine equivalents for masculine terms. Using a pencil, she crossed out all masculine references, replacing them with feminine words. The result, As A Woman Thinketh, allows women to identify directly and personally with Allen s concepts.

Genres: Self Help

54 pages, Paperback

Published August 22, 2000

Reviews

[Annie ⚜️ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful work about the power of our thoughts over our lives with the pronouns changed to the feminine. My one quibble, if you’re going to do that then change master to mistress and lord to lady, as in lord and master of your destiny to lady and mistress. Just saying, go all in.

[Kara Lane · Rating 1 out of 5]

As a Man Thinketh by James Allen is one of my very favorite books. Since that book was written over 100 years ago, it is not copyright protected. In As a Woman Thinketh, all that Dorothy Hulst has done is replace all the masculine gender references with feminine gender references. So "he" becomes "she" and "him" becomes "her", etc.

This is the first 1-star rating I have ever given (and I hope it will be the last), but I was astonished to see that the reason given for this book was that she was "tired of the mental exercise required to substitute feminine equivalents for masculine terms." I think we women are intelligent enough to identify with James Allen's concepts without needing someone to change the pronouns for us.

If you're interested in a classic book on the power of thought, please just read the original: As a Man Thinketh.

[Tracy Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

I get something new each time I read it. It was a gift from a friend. I have read it at least twenty times.

[Liaken · Rating 4 out of 5]

So nice that someone finally took Allen's famous little book and turned it female. The editor doesn't go as far as I wish she would. She still has woman thinking to be "master" and "lord" of her thoughts.

[Ella Grace · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was a graduation gift from my grandparents. As each family member graduates, they are given this book to read and reflect on as they embark on a new chapter of their lives. My grandfather was given "As a Man Thinketh" when he graduated, and he still has it to this day. I think it is a cool tradition and I would like to continue that tradition. Overall, I liked the book. I didn't necessarily agree with everything the book said, but I agreed with most of it and thought it had some good advice. Sometimes it became hard to read because some of the sentences were nearly a page long, but it just took a little more concentrated effort.

[MystikMila · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read the original but was too young and at the time didn’t really understand the power one had on one’s own life. I stumbled across this version for women and it really resonated. I’m removing 1 star because, as many have mentioned, there are a few words that should’ve been changed to their female version. Otherwise it’s a lovely little book, full of great reminders to continue self-improvement efforts. Pick it up if you’re in need of a pep talk.

[Alexis · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this little booklet! There's not much to say because it is incredibly short, but it is beautifully written and filled with wisdom.

There are some things it says that I think come across as a little outdated but I think that even in those instances you can agree with the general concept intended.

This is a fun, airy book that you can learn from!

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have ordered and given to many of my friends this "precious"book of Life!I keep a copy in my purse_it is so worn out,I need a new one!My favorite part is the Chapter that talks about the "Cultivation of Garden Of Your Mind",keeping weeds out & tending to your own Garden. And keeping out of other folks Garden's_letting them grow what they will.Based upon James Allen's(1864-1912),"As A Man Thinketh"written in 1902_which is a brief BUT powerful treatise on positive thinking that still continues to provide inspiration and strength to the reader.Get a copy & carry it around.You might read it while standing in line,at the beauty shop,at the Dr's office,while waiting to do something OR take a seat,pour a cup of tea or wine_and raed it!

[Tammy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great short read on the power of our thoughts. For men read as a Man Thinketh. It is the same book.

[Theresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful read for meditation and spiritual centering. It's a very quick read that I re-read often.

[Anthoni Meno · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought this for my future wife... whom ever she may be.

[Tariqah · Rating 3 out of 5]

My favorite quote:

"A woman does not attract that which she wants, but that which she is."

One of the many that encouraged me to self-analyzation.