
The Message of a Master

To enjoy enduring success, we should travel a little in advance of the world.
John McDonald • The Message of a Master
There seemed to be no stopping him. He went from one success to another. His energy and vitality never lagged, and the dynamic force with which he seemed to command every situation and overwhelm all opposition to his progress seemed almost superhuman. At the few social gatherings he attended, his magnetic personality and the mystery his name came t
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“People who have no set definite objectives are tuning in to everything and getting nothing. They are unfortunate indeed, for they are at the mercy of millions of conflicting thoughts, and their lives are full of confusion and distress. “People who have definite objectives, on the other hand, deliberately tune in to one thing. If it is money, they
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with the right attitude you can control every situation.’
John McDonald • The Message of a Master
when they focus their efforts upon a given objective, they automatically transfer a portion of their vital life force to it. This is all very well and necessary, but if they continue this practice without replenishing that life force, without nourishing themselves, they become drained, and the results are always some kind of trouble.
John McDonald • The Message of a Master
All the desire in the world will get you nowhere; what is necessary to do first is to establish a set definite objective firmly within. “So, after much thought, you decide on one supreme goal. Even if it is distant, be assured that it can be attained.
John McDonald • The Message of a Master
you can have anything you want — and in abundance — when you learn to tune in to the power within, an infinitely greater power than electricity, a power you have had from the beginning.
John McDonald • The Message of a Master
“There should be no strain, striving, anxiety, or concern connected with this practice. Devote each evening to it, unless otherwise taken up by occasional business, social, or family duties. Allow these words to sink in and penetrate your being, and like drops of pure water entering a vessel of impure water, the nonessentials are forced out, drop b
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I noticed that the attention of those in the café was drawn to him as we entered, and that the management was especially respectful and courteous toward him. I had the feeling this man possessed some sort of magical power,