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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As a Man Thinketh<\/span><\/strong>
\nAssessment by Cecilia Kithinji (Kenya)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

1. What is the main idea that the author is trying to convey in the book?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

One\u2019s life and actions as well as outcomes are dictated by their subconscious thinking. Our thoughts progressively shape our character and life hence it\u2019s important to take charge of the thoughts we entertain. There is little influence from external factors.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. What were the seven ideas which were personally most important to you and why? List these seven ideas followed by an explanation after each one as to why it was important to you. Use personal examples from your own life.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

i. Character is built from thought patterns.<\/span><\/p>\n

What eventually comes out the person as I am; my behavior, my choices, my direction in life, the consequences of my thoughts, conditions of life and all is from an ingrained way of thinking that my mind has normalized. A different thought patter would probably translate into different outcomes. For example, I became a lawyer my thinking of what if I became one and allowing my mind to explore the possibilities. Then I thought about my career path and here I am all that I am with all the demands of the profession. I have since grown from entertaining and furthering that though to my current position and way of life. It is now my identity and measure of success.<\/span><\/p>\n

ii. One can master myself no matter the afflictions of life.<\/span><\/p>\n

When I can master my thoughts, I can master myself; my choices, my actions, my character and my environment and its condition and how it relates and affect me. I take charge of the me in and without. It will not matter how week or alone I may be.<\/span>
\nFor example, in my career I make tough choice at time when everyone is looking up at me and there is no time to retreat even when I have had a bad morning; a woman who breaks down in the middle of a court hearing- I control my thoughts and master the situation, my reactions and outcomes. I apply my best understanding and remain focused being patient with them.<\/span><\/p>\n

iii. One can achieve calmness if one put my mind to it.<\/span><\/p>\n

The more one understands themselves and controls their mind thus reactions they evolve and can govern themselves. We remain poised, steadfast and serene. One becomes cultured. No explosive tempers, there is self-control and balance. The wind and storms of the soul obey such a person.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, my job does not permit me to get carried away and lose my temperament as it is unethical hence is adapt myself by controlling my thoughts and thus my reactions so I do not descend to the arena of the disputes before me and serve clients soberly.<\/span><\/p>\n

iv. Create a harmonious existence by synchronizing my thoughts and my surroundings in a positive manner.<\/span><\/p>\n

When I choose my thoughts, I indirectly shape my circumstances. The writer says; \u201cthat nature helps every man to the gratification of the thoughts he encourages and from there opportunities are presented and the word plays around the person. Good thoughts give positive outcomes while bad\/negative thoughts generate negative outcomes. For example, when I have been certain that something is wrong from within me things can only go wrong but deep breaths and I wade those thoughts off and see the positive side of things. My body obeys the operation of my mind.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

v. One should develop a central purpose then gather their thoughts and focus.<\/span><\/p>\n

There is need to exert oneself, put effort, practice and strengthen what on what it is that I seek to achieve. I will set out to accomplish that purpose and thus direct and control my thoughts watching to ensure to attain the purpose. One develops strength of character and is able to tack challenges and hardships to attain their purpose once their thoughts are fixed on it. Think with purpose. The writer says; \u201cthat a man can only rise, conquer and achieve by lifting his thoughts.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

As young girl I told myself I can find a better world than the tedious household and farm activity, that there must be a better world out there. I purposed to study and became a performer and told here I am.<\/span><\/p>\n

vi. It takes a sacrifice, abandoning our animal thoughts, efforts and faith, not chance, to achieve the vision one glorifies in the mind.<\/span><\/p>\n

One has to alter their mind to avoid bad and unfruitful thinking and replace it with positive aspirations and dreams. Desire and cherish the good from within the mind and manifest it. The writer says that dream loft dreams and as you dream so you shall become. One receives the exact results of their thoughts, what they earn. One becomes as great at their dominant understanding or as small as their controlling desire regardless of their environment and thus fall, remain or rise with their thoughts.<\/span><\/p>\n

One will overcome trials, failures and struggles to realize their vision as conceived in their thoughts. The writer says; \u201cthat in all human affairs there are efforts and there are results and the strength of the effort is the measure of the result and gifts, power, material, intellectual and spiritual possessions are the fruits of effort; thoughts completed, objects accomplished, vision realized.\u201d For example, going through school and the ranks in employment takes effort, sacrifice and strength despite the struggles.<\/span><\/p>\n

vii. Outside conditions do not make a man<\/span><\/p>\n

The soul attracts what it secretly harbors. I take responsibility for what I become. My thoughts are the seed and soil of my being and what is visible on the outside of me. I cannot blame others but instead alter circumstances by adjusting my mental condition. The write says that the outside conditions of a man will always be found to be harmoniously related to his inner state. Out of one\u2019s thoughts, circumstances germinate so for example I have certain affiliations, associations, residence, possessions and career progression thus my general condition of life because of the development allowed through my thought processes.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. How will these ideas or lessons help you in a practical way, both in your daily personal life and in helping you to create a better world? If so, how?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Character is built from thought patterns hence it is important to take charge of our thought patterns entertaining only positive thoughts and encourage my team members to do so towards excellence at job.<\/span><\/p>\n

One can master themself no matter the afflictions of life; the capacity to take charge of oneself is within and will not be altered by for instance even a client\u2019s attitude and challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n

One can achieve calmness if one put their mind to it. A calm mind has capacity to grow and active near perfection in discharge of mandate especially while handling clients and colleagues.<\/span><\/p>\n

Create a harmonious existence by synchronizing my thoughts and my surroundings in a positive manner. This is helpful to adapt myself to varying circumstances.<\/span><\/p>\n

One should develop a central purpose then gather their thoughts and focus. There is need to define objectives and concentrate on the specific goals and attainment of set purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n

It takes a sacrifice, abandoning our animal thoughts, efforts and faith, not chance, to achieve the vision one glorifies in the mind. Nothing good comes the easy way, there is a lot of work needed to achieve what one sets their mind to.<\/span><\/p>\n

Outside conditions do not make a man. Once the will is strengthened through consistent right thinking and purpose what I encounter won\u2019t change my character and actions. I remain the same despite changes work environment.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Quotes: Are there any statements which the author made that particularly got your attention? If so, please quote them and comment as to why they were important to you.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cThe soul attracts that which it secretly harbours, that which it loves and so that which it fears.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cStrong, pure and happy thoughts build up the body in vigor and grace.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cA man\u2019s weakness and strength, purity and impurity are hid and not another man\u2019s.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAchievement of whatever kind is the crown of effort, the diadem of thought.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

These quotes encourage right thinking and taking mindful of consequences.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Is there anything in the book that you do not understand or are unclear about, or are there ideas which you disagree with and, if so, why?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

None.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Did the book contain exercises for the reader to complete? If so, did you complete all of the exercises and did you find them helpful?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

No exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Was there anything you read in the book that you would like to comment on that was not covered in the previous questions? If so, please comment.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

The content is sufficient.<\/span><\/p>\n

Please rate the following questions on a scale from 1 to 10. Ten is good and one is poor.<\/span><\/strong>
\nA. How interesting was it to read? 10<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nB. How helpful were the contents? 10<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nC. How easy was it to understand? 10<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nD. Would you recommend it to others? 10<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nE. What is the overall rating you would give it? 9<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Jonathan Livingston Seagull<\/strong><\/span>
\nAssessment by Cecilia Kithinji (Kenya)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

1. What is the main idea that the author is trying to convey in the book?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

One can develop their capacity of doing and achieving a lot through what they conceptualize it to be in their mind. How far we get in life is controlled by what is set in our mind. One can be a high achiever by exploiting the thoughts from within. The society we live in and those we interact with and especially those we look up to as leaders to guide us have a lot of influence on what we become and can either limit us or urge us to achieve more. We must be ready to allow our minds wonder and be different from the pack.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. What were the seven ideas which were personally most important to you and why? List these seven ideas followed by an explanation after each one as to why it was important to you. Use personal examples from your own life.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

i. Getting out of the comfort Zone<\/span><\/p>\n

The interactions we find ourselves in and accept as the normal life can feel easy and fill our entire life span. One could easily fit in and follow the laws. It is however possible to get out of the comfort zone and do things differently, albeit alone. Jon practiced alone at times making painful curves, stalls and falls. Other gulls he knew then flew only to find food. He opted to go out to fly for flight itself and the heights he could attain and didn\u2019t know what was beyond the skies he can see. His parents inquired why he could not be like other gull but he wanted to know what more there was to life.<\/span><\/p>\n

ii. Allowing oneself to explore<\/span><\/p>\n

Jonathan was keen to know what there was and what he could do. Not just fly for food and when food was found by looking at the boats then there was nothing more left to life. He wanted to learn and did not find satisfaction in flying to get food. It is important to find joy in exploring what matters and open up to new things.<\/span><\/p>\n

iii. Putting thought to action<\/span><\/p>\n

Jonathan was keen to follow his way of thinking even when he came out as different. He went on to practice. Same was with other birds that discovering flight and being different even when they became outcasts. Working on the ideas that one births is encouraged and there is no limitation.<\/span><\/p>\n

iv. Seeking mentorship\/guidance<\/span><\/p>\n

Jonathan and Fletcher did not hesitate to engage with superior for guidance and mentorship. They took it as naturally as the instructor. This broadened their capacity by challenging them. When Jon and later Fletcher had no one to look up to he trusted his mind but when he found someone, he could depend for guidance he did not hesitate to engage with them and give back when others too needed the same. Jonathan was there every hour, at the side of each of his students flying with them, demonstrating, suggesting, pressuring and guiding.<\/span><\/p>\n

v. Helping others<\/span><\/p>\n

When Jonathan discovered the new horizons, he worried about the gulls he had left behind and those who may want to learn and made a resolve to reach out to them. He did not return immediately but eventually did. To thrive and carry others along to the horizons learnt. He worked with new gulls coming in, yearned to fetch those he left behind and eventually did and became their instructor.<\/span><\/p>\n

vi. Never give up<\/span><\/p>\n

That seagulls are known to never falter or stall and to stall in the air is for them disgrace and dishonor is a position that can be stressed beyond imagination into unknown levels, worlds. Holding that believe can mean carrying out all manner of maneuvers and succeeding every time as new horizons emerge. Even when Sea gull lost control due to high speed, even when he was declared an outcast and when he had second thoughts, he would carry on. Sometimes the weight of failure can heavy; Seagull wished at some that the weight could be enough to drug him gently to the bottom and kill him. He almost gave up and entertained backwards thoughts but there was no retreat, he didn\u2019t. In the trail of thoughts came a novel idea on how to utilize his wingtips. He didn\u2019t need anything new, what he had was all he needed, we do. He kept soaring and discovering new capabilities from within. Every time he wanted to back to the old self, he found new reason to explore and get better. One mat rest but not stop.<\/span><\/p>\n

vii. Setting the pace<\/span><\/p>\n

Jonathan was a first even at the though that one could fly for more than traditional purposes. He set the pace and went on discovering many realities. There were others ready to follow once the path had been beaten. He always set out to discover and practice many things even when he did not know it was possible. It is even said that he had flown the first aerobics of any sea gull on earth, he discovered the loop, the slow roll, the point roll, the inverted spin, the gull bunt and the pinwheel etc. All this he did eve when it was not easy. He broke from the normal and when he returned back to the flock where he came from, he once more set the pace.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. How will these ideas or lessons help you in a practical way, both in your daily personal life and in helping you to create a better world? If so, how?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Getting out of the comfort Zone: It is possible to get out of the comfort zone and do things differently in a way that we open ourselves to growth. Some of the actions will be undertaken alone so as to learn and experiment. Find a purpose even where there are limiting factors. Be eager for new experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n

Allowing oneself to explore: It is important to find joy in exploring what matters and open up to new things; one school is finished and the time has come for another to begin.<\/span><\/p>\n

Putting thought to action: It is important for one to develop and action the ideas that one births and there is no limitation. This leads to innovation and improved work methods.<\/span><\/p>\n

Seeking mentorship\/guidance: One should not hesitate to engage with superior for guidance and mentorship.<\/span><\/p>\n

Helping others: When one discovers the new horizons, it is recommended to ensure the team is carried along and with new gulls coming in, yearned to fetch those he left behind and eventually did and became their instructor.<\/span><\/p>\n

Never give up: One has to believe in self and power within even in the moments we may be stressed to our limits, to always forge ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n

Setting the pace: It is good to think beyond the traditional way of doing things and set the pace for new realities. Others will be ready to follow once the path had been beaten. Be innovative and transformative.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Quotes: Are there any statements which the author made that particularly got your attention? If so, please quote them and comment as to why they were important to you.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cWe can lift ourselves out of ignorance, we can find ourselves as creatures of excellence and skill.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cFollowing a meaning, a higher purpose in life.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cHeaven is being perfect.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cDisappear from where he had been rooted for long. The gull sees furthest who flies highest. He knew with practiced ease that he was not borne and feathers but a perfect idea of freedom and flight, limited by nothing at all.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI don\u2019t care what they say. Everything that limit us, we have to put aside.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThere is so much more to flying than just flapping around from one place! A mosquito does that!<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cBreak the chains of your thought and you break the chains of your body too.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cYou have to practice and see the real gull, the good in every one of them, and to help them see it in themselves.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

These quotes encourage self-determination, growth and discipline in leading others, making decisions and finding satisfaction in life. No limitations.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Is there anything in the book that you do not understand or are unclear about, or are there ideas which you disagree with and, if so, why?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

There could have been a story line told from real human experiences that carry similar experiences and lessons but maybe, it would be an interesting read.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Did the book contain exercises for the reader to complete? If so, did you complete all of the exercises and did you find them helpful?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

No exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Was there anything you read in the book that you would like to comment on that was not covered in the previous questions? If so, please comment.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

The kind of leadership that does not adapt to growth is outsmarted like the leader of the flock, after all others have transformed.<\/span><\/p>\n

Please rate the following questions on a scale from 1 to 10. Ten is good and one is poor.<\/span><\/strong>
\nA. How interesting was it to read? 9<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nB. How helpful were the contents? 10<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nC. How easy was it to understand? 9<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nD. Would you recommend it to others? 10<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nE. What is the overall rating you would give it? 9<\/strong><\/span><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]PsychoCybernetics<\/strong><\/span>
\nAssessment by Cecilia Kithinji (Kenya)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

1. What is the main idea that the author is trying to convey in the book?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

The human mind employs a mechanism operating to control the conscious mind from the sub-conscious. One can rework the status of the sub-conscious to direct and control their life and acquire success all round life aspects and get more out of living life in getting rid of negative self-image, acquire positive attitude, being happy and discovering a higher version of self.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. What were the seven ideas which were personally most important to you and why? List these seven ideas followed by an explanation after each one as to why it was important to you. Use personal examples from your own life.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

i. My imagination is key to who I am becoming.<\/span><\/p>\n

It shapes my visualization of where I see myself as I become who I wish to be. I have to create a desirable mental picture and live it through imagination. I am the operator of that imagination process and practice the me I am becoming. It\u2019s like living my future self in my mind, in advance and forming automatic positive reaction patterns. The imagination turns into reality. I conceive the status and influence actions.<\/span><\/p>\n

ii. Erasing False Beliefs<\/span><\/p>\n

I have to work on erasing false beliefs held within especially as relates to my capacity to thrive in various aspects of life. These include the old ways of thinking of myself. Use good ideas of self to attain a changed belief of self-worth.<\/span><\/p>\n

iii. Happiness<\/span><\/p>\n

I can choose to be happy, work on the habit of being generally happy and in the long run acquire happiness. I need to forego and overlook my emotional pains and scars and focus on being happy.<\/span><\/p>\n

iv. Confidence<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s important to be confident in what I set out to be and do and eventually let things work out. This attracts calms. There is need to relay on the belief of I am as the influencer, put in action what I am equipped to be by being proud in a positive way of who I really are; the true self-image. This is built on lived experiences of success so knowing of one\u2019s capacity.<\/span><\/p>\n

v. Man is a goal striving being controlled from the conscious thinking.<\/span><\/p>\n

The subconscious mind is the creating mind and there is no need to jam it and create confusion. The important thing is to recognize the part played by each and how they influence each other. Once the conscious is aligned, the subconscious creates desired.<\/span><\/p>\n

vi. Discovering one\u2019s real self-image is important.<\/span><\/p>\n

It can rescue a crumbling relationship or situation. I am what I am as a result of the metal picture I create of myself in my own estimation, conception and realization of self and thus if the image is real and true then there is no crisis in my relations and life situations. What I conceive of myself affects my ambitions, actions, feelings, behavior and attitude. I act as who I conceive myself to be. It could mean failure or success. If it is an imperfect self then I hold the power to fix it.<\/span><\/p>\n

vii. Each human being has access to a power greater that self.<\/span><\/p>\n

One just needs to realize the truth about themselves. I just need to harness the power within and the goal striving mechanism.<\/span><\/p>\n

viii. The power of positive thinking remains key to attaining desired goals in life.<\/span><\/p>\n

There is need to train the mind to think positively so as to achieve the best possible version of self. Otherwise, one will be self-limiting. Positive thinking makes one well adjusted even in new situations. No underrating oneself. The thinking is a control knob and combines with a deep desire for getting more out of life.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. How will these ideas or lessons help you in a practical way, both in your daily personal life and in helping you to create a better world? If so, how?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Imagination: I tune my imagination to think and act as the person I wish to become and the person I am becoming I am able to reach my full potential and get more out of life. I eventually I am able to visualize and practice myself as I become. I thus deal with any existing limitations and eliminate negative patterns replacing them with positive ideas and reactions. At the end I become successful.<\/span><\/p>\n

Erase false beliefs: There are certain belief instilled from life experiences that I have lived through that make me see me in a limiting manner. By working on the internal mechanisms of controlling my mind then I can erase the false belief and elevate my capabilities to attain success.<\/span><\/p>\n

Choosing happiness: I deliberate work on my habits so as to choose to be happy. Smile more and allow my mind to tilt towards putting away my pains and hurts. I could focus more on situations where I have worn or been happy than otherwise. Replay the positive and happy moments. The brain gets to the pattern of happiness and succeeding for the better part of life. The external environment does not need to influence how happy I become. Saying, it is well even when its difficult and working things around.<\/span><\/p>\n

Being confident: Confidence affects self esteem hence the more confident one is the more they believe in themselves and thus influence their thoughts and actions irrespective of external circumstances. On finds solutions to challenges. A confident person has faith in themselves, their appearances and capabilities hence find happiness and get more out of life. One achieves more when they believe in themselves. The are not push overs. The tuning of the mind is enabling. The attitude is empowering. When one fails they keep trying for as long as they remain confident. A confident person dwells on their success stories and not times they have failed and derive motivation to do better.<\/span><\/p>\n

Goal striving: Achieving goals is important to someone who wishes to succeed thus such a person will put effort and strive towards achievements. They are purposeful. One has to be purposeful. A success-oriented person thus sets goals and works towards them. This is through directing the subconscious.<\/span><\/p>\n

Real self- image: One can only attain true success when they have a true image of themselves otherwise chances are that one will underperform or overshoot their capabilities. With a real self-image one is able to direct their mind to attain success that can be sustained. The image I hold of self, dictates my behavior and personality thus my inputs, outputs and relations including with people and the environment. A secure self-image results in feeling good and thus better quality of life and outcome in relations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Access to power greater than me: The maker intended good for us; that we succeed and experience good things. We make a conscious choice if to access the power. The writer says that we are engineered for success and happiness and that is the power that is greater within.<\/span><\/p>\n

Positive thinking: This principle works very much to align our goals. The world is full of pains and hurts and lots of bad people. Positive thinking keeps us focused on the life I want to build for myself. It means keeping my mind focused on what is desirable. Its good to consistently give oneself positive encouragement in positive affirmation like I can do it. I am up to the task it is possible to attain a fulfilling life. Doing so consistently yields the desired results.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Quotes: Are there any statements which the author made that particularly got your attention? If so, please quote them and comment as to why they were important to you.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cIn man, the goal to live means more than mere survival.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cA human being always acts and feels and performs in accordance with what he imagines to be true about him-self and his environment.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe human brain and nervous system are engineered to react automatically and appropriately to the problems and challenges in the environment.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWithin you right now is the power to do things you never dreamed possible.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIt is conscious thinking which is the control knob of your unconscious machine.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cOur errors, mistakes, failures, and sometimes even our humiliations, were necessary steps in the learning process.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cContinually criticizing yourself for past mistakes and errors does not help matters, but on the other hand tends to perpetuate the very behavior you would change.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe think better, perform better, feel better, and are healthier when we are happy.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cOur self-image and our habits tend to go together. Change one and you will automatically change the other.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIt doesn’t matter how many times you have failed in the past. What matters is the successful attempt, which should be remembered, reinforced, and dwelt upon.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cDevelop a more self-reliant attitude. Assume responsibility for your own life and emotional needs.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cYour soul and your nervous system need a room for rest, recuperation and protection every bit as much as your physical body needs a physical house, and for the same reasons.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe can gradually undertake more difficult tasks, and after succeeding in them, be in a position to under-take something even more challenging. Success is literally built upon success.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

These statements speak to me on the right attitude and state of mind necessary towards attaining success.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Is there anything in the book that you do not understand or are unclear about, or are there ideas which you disagree with and, if so, why?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

The author is very elaborate and gives sufficient examples to explain the ideas he espouses.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Did the book contain exercises for the reader to complete? If so, did you complete all of the exercises and did you find them helpful?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Yes. They are very practical and to be practiced over time as one reads the book over and over again.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Was there anything you read in the book that you would like to comment on that was not covered in the previous questions? If so, please comment.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

No. It builds further on the other tests especially As a Man Thinketh<\/span><\/p>\n

Please rate the following questions on a scale from 1 to 10. Ten is good and one is poor.<\/span><\/strong>
\nA. How interesting was it to read? 9<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nB. How helpful were the contents? 10<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nC. How easy was it to understand? 9<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nD. Would you recommend it to others? 9<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nE. What is the overall rating you would give it? 9<\/span><\/strong><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Success through a Positive Mental Attitude<\/strong><\/span>
\nAssessment by Cecili Kithinji (Kenya)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

1. What is the main idea that the author is trying to convey in the book?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

All achievement, all earned riches, emanate in an idea! What the mind of man can conceive and believe, the mind of man can achieve with a Positive Mental Attitude {PMA}. So that if the mind is right, then everything else of his world will be right. \u00c2 We hold within the potential abilities and powers to achieve our objectives once we have selected a definite, specific, desirable goal, tap and use the powers of the subconscious mind to constructively use, neutralize, control or harmonize with passions, emotions, instincts, tendencies, feelings, moods and other habits of thought and action. Our mental attitudes whether positive or negative shape our future.<\/span><\/p>\n

PMA will help one to overcome difficulties and discover their strengths and eventually step out ahead of competitors, and, turn what others say is impossible into reality. With PMA self-motivators from the subconscious aid the conscious. The human is a mind with a body. One can direct their thoughts and control emotions, and thus regulate attitude to be positive or negative and decide whether you to affect, use, control, or harmonize with the changes in oneself and their environment. The brain with a positive mental attitude exploited is trained to see the present opportunities and joys as well as those available or achievable in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. What were the seven ideas which were personally most important to you and why? List these seven ideas followed by an explanation after each one as to why it was important to you. Use personal examples from your own life.<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

i. Integrity<\/span><\/p>\n

To succeed from a positive mental attitude, one needs inviolable standards of integrity. For me integrity ensure justice and fairness and fosters confidence in the systems so that those looking up to get service trust in the institutions. It is fundamental that a great measure of integrity is employed so as to achieve objectives.<\/span><\/p>\n

ii. Planning<\/span><\/p>\n

The writer inquires; Have you selected some definite, specific, desirable goal? One has to do some planning and map out specific, definite, desirable goals to be attained. This is part of training of the subconscious to give positive auto suggestions.<\/span><\/p>\n

iii. Choice<\/span><\/p>\n

The brain as the greatest machine ever conceived holds a positive as well as a negative attitude. The individual decides which side to flip and use for his benefit. To grow, the positive mental attitude is put into use and actioned. One has to tap and use the powers of the subconscious mind to constructively use, neutralize, control or harmonize with passions, emotions, instincts, tendencies, feelings, moods and other habits of thought and action to aim high and achieve their goals regardless of the obstacles. The world will change whether or not one chooses to change it, but one the power to choose its direction. Thinking is not creative unless it is followed through with action.<\/span><\/p>\n

A do it now approach can affect every phase of life. It can help ensure to do the things one should do, but don’t feel like doing. It can keep one from procrastinating when an unpleasant duty faces them. It will help seize those precious moments which, if lost, may never be retrieved; The endearing word to a friend, for example. The telephone call to an associate, communicating admiration.<\/span><\/p>\n

iv. Consequences<\/span><\/p>\n

The brain is an invisible talisman: it has the power to attract wealth, success, happiness and health; but also, it has the power to repel these things to rob you of all that makes life worth living depending on whether one adopts a positive or a negative mental attitude.<\/span>
\nA Positive Mental Attitude, enables some men to climb to the top and stay there while a Negative Mental Attitude keeps other men at the bottom all their lives and pulls other men down from the top when they have reached it.<\/span><\/p>\n

v. Consistency<\/span><\/p>\n

The power of trying over and over and developing the habit of recognizing, relating, assimilating and using universal principles and adopt them as ones very own then following through with desirable action. In the process PMA can help one to overcome their difficulties and to discover their strengths, step out ahead competitors, and, turn what others say is impossible into reality. Even when one loses many battles with oneself he will one day win the battle that turns the tide to personal victory, by trying. Repeated victories over problems are the rungs on ones ladder of success. With each victory one grows in wisdom, stature, and experience. They become a better, bigger, more successful person each time they meet a problem, tackle and conquer it with PMA.<\/span><\/p>\n

vi. Mentorship<\/span><\/p>\n

The writer proposes that identifying one’s self with a successful image can help break the habits of self-doubt and defeat which years of NMA set up within a personality or identify with an image that will inspire one to make the right decisions. Andrew Carnegie was willing to give Napoleon Hill a young author his personal time to consult with him and letters of introduction and support him in his growth.<\/span><\/p>\n

While addressing health and alcoholism the writer observes that each individual must win his own internal victory. Generally, it is necessary for him to come under the environmental influence of someone who will help him through suggestion until he takes control of his own power. Or, if you will, until he has a positive mental attitude developed beyond the point of relapsing into a negative mental attitude.<\/span><\/p>\n

vii. Principles<\/span><\/p>\n

PMA is in itself an essential ingredient in all success. It is among the 17 success principles being a positive mental attitude, definiteness of purpose, going the extra mile, accurate thinking, self-discipline, the master mind, applied faith, a pleasing personality, personal initiative, enthusiasm, controlled attention, teamwork, learning from defeat, creative vision, budgeting time and money, maintaining sound physical and mental health and using cosmic habit force.<\/span><\/p>\n

The right urges that one should embrace and cultivate orderly thoughts, clean thoughts., get rid of negative feelings, emotions, passions, habits, beliefs and prejudices, correct undesirable habits and apply reason in thinking logic balanced with what they want to achieve, on the correct premise. He recognizes that the power of the Bible has been instrumental in changing even the attitudes of human derelicts from negative to positive.<\/span><\/p>\n

Every individual responds to (unconscious) auto-suggestion throughout his life more often than he does to conscious autosuggestion thus habit and the inner urge of the subconscious. When the success principles are cultivated the auto-suggestions are productive due to the tuning of the mind and use of the talisman for motivation. It is thus important to learn and apply fundamental principles. Once a principle has been acquired it becomes a part of one and is never lost. It can be applied to novel problems and does not become obsolete as do all facts in a changing society.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. How will these ideas or lessons help you in a practical way, both in your daily personal life and in helping you to create a better world? If so, how?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Integrity: Everyone deserves service with integrity as a matter of right that is inherent to human and a guaranteed by constitutional underpinnings. As a public servant I am a duty bearer to ensure that those working under me and also in the discharge of my duties integrity is upheld, real or perceived. This is necessary to succeed within employment and at a personal level. It builds confidence in the systems so that those looking up to get service trust in the institutions and the people serving in those institutions. It ensures that I am reliable and can be trusted.<\/span><\/p>\n

Planning: To not plan means not having a formula to achieve one\u2019s target and goals. There must be a definite, specific, desirable goal. My employer sets very specific targets and evaluation and assessment is faithfully undertaken. I am in charge at my station of ensuring compliance and that the target are met. There is a reward system. \u00c2 In ensuring the targets are achieved and doing things in a certain way each time while seeking to improve work methods we subconsciously train and get to do things consistently and easily. We try again and again. The clients get service that is continually improving and the timelines and achievements can be assessed translating into greater success in service delivery. I employ the same standards at a personal level.<\/span><\/p>\n

Choice: I am urged to make a choice and flip the PMA side of my brain to use for my benefit in my personal life all the time and especially when faced with challenges. My job requires a calm temperament even in difficult situations at times occurring in public hence it is always important to tap and use the powers of the subconscious mind to constructively use, neutralize, control or harmonize with passions, emotions, instincts, tendencies, feelings, moods and other habits of thought and action to discharge my duties either in adjudicating matters or handling administrative matters. Many activities do also require a do it now approach so as to be efficient and effective both in decision making and implementing action. Procrastinating means delaying matters and the client suffering injustice. Decisions are at times make on the spot. The information and technology systems in place do also require daily updating and the clients gets prompt updates and responses.<\/span><\/p>\n

Consequences: The attitude adopted day by day dictates the results. The results affect individual clients who have real life cases that require timely and meritorious adjudication. Any error in judgment including administratively and in management in and out of the court room means an injustice or disadvantaging the client. It could mean loss of property or rights not being redressed in an employment dispute, land dispute, civil matter or other petition. A positive mental attitude guided by the right principles is key in ensured proper service even in difficult circumstances.<\/span><\/p>\n

Consistency: The power of trying over and over and developing the habit of recognizing, relating, assimilating and using universal principles and adopt them as one\u2019s very own then following through with desirable action is also applicable at the work place in discharging mandate. It helps in attaining personal goals. In the process PMA can help one to overcome their difficulties and to discover their strengths, step out ahead competitors, and, turn what others say is impossible into reality. Even when one loses many battles with oneself he will one day win the battle that turns the tide to personal victory, by trying.<\/span><\/p>\n

Repeated victories over problems are the rungs on ones ladder of success. With each victory one grows in wisdom, stature, and experience. They become a better, bigger, more successful person each time they meet a problem, tackle and conquer it with PMA.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mentorship: In personal life and at the work place as one goes through the ranks and seasons of life it is important to identify one’s self with a successful image to help break the habits of self-doubt and defeat and to inspire one to make the right decisions. It is useful in parenting adult children. To ensure positive reactions and foster understanding.<\/span><\/p>\n

Principles: The principles of success are critical in cultivating the right attitude and developing self-motivators to the right direction even in a changing society.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Quotes: Are there any statements which the author made that particularly got your attention? If so, please quote them and comment as to why they were important to you.<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cI Can Change the World if I Conceive and Believe in an Ideal But, Not Until I Respond to The Secret of Getting Things Done.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

How can I train myself to get into action immediately when it is desirable?<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI won’t waste my time in futile unhappiness over my losses.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cHave you selected some definite, specific, desirable goals?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cVictory is built into every living person.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe world will change whether or not you choose to change it, but you have the power to choose its direction.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cOrdain your destiny.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cA man who seizes upon his problems as opportunities in disguise and scrutinizes them for the good element that is going to be there, is the man who understands the very core of PMA.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cSuccess must be continually practiced, or it will take wings and fly away.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cDo it now!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThought is the foundation upon which all else is built by man. The thoughts that you think and the statements you make regarding yourself determine your mental attitude. If you have a worthwhile objective, find the one reason why you can achieve it rather than hundreds of reasons why you can’t.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cYou are more apt to find satisfaction in your job if you do what comes naturally that for which you have a natural aptitude or liking.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cHappy, satisfied persons control their mental attitude. They take a positive view of their situation. They look for the good, and when something isn’t so good, they look first to themselves to see if they can improve it.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAnything in life worth having is worth working for! As a self-motivator.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWhen you are fatigued, your usually positive, desirable feelings, emotions, thoughts, and actions have a tendency to turn negative. When you are rested and in good health, the direction is changed back to positive. If your feelings and actions indicate that your better qualities are being subdued by those which are undesirable and negative, it’s time to recharge your battery!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cPositive Mental Attitude plays an important role in your health and your day-to-day energies and enthusiasms for your life and your work.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Is there anything in the book that you do not understand or are unclear about, or are there ideas which you disagree with and, if so, why?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

None. The author is very elaborate and gives sufficient examples to explain the ideas he espouses.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Did the book contain exercises for the reader to complete? If so, did you complete all of the exercises and did you find them helpful?<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Yes; they are very practical and to be practiced over time as one reads the book over and over again.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Was there anything you read in the book that you would like to comment on that was not covered in the previous questions? If so, please comment.<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

No; it builds further on the other previous texts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Please rate the following questions on a scale from 1 to 10. Ten is good and one is poor.<\/span><\/strong>
\nA. How interesting was it to read? 8<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nA bit repetitive<\/span>
\nB. How helpful were the contents? 10<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nC. How easy was it to understand? 10<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nD. Would you recommend it to others? 9<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nE. What is the overall rating you would give it? 9<\/span><\/strong><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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