The Power of Concentration

One's ability to concentrate can lead one to success. Although good levels of focus and concentration are one of the essential things required to succeed in life, many find it challenging. With that in mind, Atkinson wrote this work to help people improve their concentration. There are some brilliant exercises presented in this book that can help anyone modify their levels of attention and focus. Among many other fun ways to sharpen thought-process, the book covers the importance of simple changes in nutrition and physical fitness describing how these changes affect one's ability to think clearly. It is a short book, but it holds tons of information about being positive, optimistic, prosperous, and content, with the main focus on concentrating on what you are actually doing all day long. It makes a perfect self-help book for those who have a hard time concentrating and have a short attention span.

William Walker Atkinson (1862–1932) was a prominent figure in the early 20th-century New Thought movement, a spiritual philosophy that emphasized the power of the mind in personal development and healing. Atkinson was a prolific writer, attorney, merchant, and publisher. His work as an author spanned a range of pseudonyms, under which he penned numerous books on psychology, the occult, mental influence, and personal success. One of his most renowned works is 'The Power of Concentration' (1918), a book that elucidates the importance of focused thought and provides practical exercises for improving concentration and mental control. Through his writings, Atkinson sought to elucidate principles that he believed could lead to success, personal empowerment, and self-mastery. His literary style is often didactic, with an emphasis on practical advice and a clear, assertive tone aimed at motivating readers to harness their innate abilities. Atkinson's contribution to New Thought literature and the self-help genre is notable for its blend of Eastern and Western philosophies, and his ideas continue to influence contemporary personal development and self-improvement literature.