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James Allen

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James Allen

James Allen (28 November 1864 - 24 January 1912) was a British philosophical writer known for his inspirational books and poetry and as a pioneer of the self-help movement. His best known work, As a Man Thinketh, has been mass-produced since its publication in 1902. It has been a source of inspiration to motivational and self-help authors.

Thursday Aug 13, 2020

James Allen: Living purely today

Do not dwell upon the sins and mistakes of yesterday so exclusively as to have no energy and mind left for living rightly today, and do not think that the sins of yesterday can prevent you from living purely today.

Tuesday Jun 5, 2018

James Allen: Let your soul expand

Let your soul expand,
let your heart reach out to others in loving and generous warmth,
and great and lasting will be your joy,
and all prosperity will come to you.

Thursday Feb 26, 2015

James Allen: Have you discovered it already?

A man sooner or later discovers that he is the master-gardener of his soul, the director of his life.