Description
Wallace Delois Wattles was a pivotal figure in the early 20th-century New Thought movement, a philosophy that espouses the power of positive thinking, mental visualization, and the law of attraction to achieve personal and financial success. Born in the United States, Wattles spent much of his life in a quest for economic stability and spiritual understanding, experiences that deeply informed his writing and philosophical outlook. Wattles's most famous work, "The Science of Getting Rich," published in 1910, remains a cornerstone text in the genre of self-help and personal development. In this concise guide, Wattles presents a practical and straightforward philosophy, arguing that the creation of wealth is not only possible but desirable for personal growth and societal improvement. The book emphasizes the importance of visualization, gratitude, and a proactive attitude towards wealth creation, positing that there is an exact science to achieving financial success, one that operates in accordance with certain universal laws. Beyond "The Science of Getting Rich," Wattles wrote several other books and articles that further explore themes of health, success, and personal power from a New Thought perspective, including "The Science of Being Well" and "The Science of Being Great." His writing consistently reflects a belief in the power of thought to shape one's reality, advocating for a harmonious and constructive mindset as the foundation of personal achievement. Wattles's influence on the self-help and motivational literature genres is profound, with his works continuing to inspire readers and thinkers in the field of personal development. His emphasis on the combination of thought, belief, and action as the key to achieving one's desires has been echoed by numerous authors and speakers in the century since his death. Despite facing personal and financial challenges throughout much of his life, Wattles's enduring optimism and faith in the transformative power of thought have made him a lasting figure in the literature of self-improvement and spiritual growth. His legacy lies in his ability to articulate a vision of human potential that is both aspirational and attainable, grounded in the practice of specific, thought-based principles.