One of the original teachers of the power of optimism and self-belief, Christian D. Larson
(1874–1954) was a prominent writer and speaker and an early proponent of the power of positive thinking. This seminal book in self-help literature encourages readers to develop their talents and improve their daily lives by assuming a cheerful and supportive attitude.
Your Forces and How to Use Them includes "The Optimist Creed," originally developed by Larson under the title "Promise Yourself" and now the cornerstone philosophy of the service club Optimist International. Larson's approach encourages readers to develop their subconscious powers in order to tap into their individual talents and strengths. A classic of the New Thought movement, this volume provides a powerful template for achieving greatness.
Reprint of the 1912 edition.

Table of Contents for Your Forces and How to Use Them

I. The Ruling Principle in Man
II. How We Govern the Forces We Possess
III. The Use of Mind in Practical Action
IV. The Forces of the Subconscious
V. Training the Subconscious for Special Results
VI. The Power of Subjective Thought
VII. How Man Becomes What He Thinks
VIII. The Art of Changing for the Better
IX. He Can Who Thinks He Can
X. How We Secure What We Persistently Desire
XI. Concentration and the Power Back of Suggestion
XII. The Development of the Will
XIII. The Building of a Great Mind
XIV. How Character Determines Constructive Action
XV. The Art of Building Character
XVI. The Creative Forces in Man
XVII. The Building Power of Constructive Speech
XVIII. Imagination and the Master Mind
XIX. The Higher Forces in Man
XX. The Greatest Power in Man