Psycho-Cybernetics: A New Technique for Using Your Subconscious Power

Decades ago, the vice-president of a management consultant company called me in. Part of his pep-talk was to ask me, not to just read, but meditate on this book written by the plastic surgeon Maxwell Maltz, emphasizing the subtitle: "A New Way to Get More Living Out of Life." I have never forgotten the principles presented, the main one being the "principle of heuristics" meaning basically that the human mind was designed to work towards goals. He believed happiness and success are habits that can be formed. Yes, achievements are easy if we are "goal-oriented." Exchange "dream" for "goal" and we are talking pretty much about the same thing. That's another way of saying that dreams can come true. This book and it's teaching has been responsible for helping me succeed in so many ways. Yes! Dreams did come true! This is the original edition that I read back in the 70's.

There are many, many gems in this book, don't let the dated presentation put you off. The sooner in life you can get these perspectives, the better for you and your loved ones. The theme in each chapter tends to develop somewhat slowly. Maltz tends to gather various points, from many different authors and sources, and takes some pages so that they coalesce into very significant and meaningful approaches to life that have immense practical value. And this is a workbook, meant to be used as a guide for your own personal work, which we all need to do very much of. Just reading it quickly through and moving on to the next book would be a huge waste. Count yourself lucky if you run across this book, bear with the presentation, and find the parts that have you wondering, and take them to heart, make them yours. (this is a review of the original version, I've heard the updated version is not an improvement)

Not for the novice reader. Psycho-Cybernetics: A new technique for using your subconscious power should not be read in one sitting. You should take time to absorb and personally relate to every page. Do not expect to accept or even understand the subconsciously presented concepts of the human mind. Your first impression of the book will not be your last and most likely it will not even be correct. Share this book with a friend or better yet buy a second book. Compare your concept of the book with someone who has read the book. The book I bought was my gift to a Catholic Priest. He has not spoken to me since I gave him the book. So I do not know his opinion. Hoowever, I too read the book (a gift from a friend) many years ago. My perspective on my life and my general undestanding of society was permantly restructured.

I LOVE this book, but mine seem to disappear. This one didn't hang around long either!! Oh Well!!!

I purchased a hard-bound copy of Dr. Maltz' book years ago when it was first released. I didn't open it for a few years due to the scary title. Finally when I did begin reading it, I couldn't put it down. This world renowned plastic surgeon, through his practice and research, discovered how the mind particularly the subconscious mind plays a significant role in guiding individuals to their greater destiny! As I told the hundreds of individuals to whom I referred this book.....THIS IS A BOOK TO EXPERIENCE, NOT JUST READ!I was so excited by Psycho-Cybernetics, I drove to New York City, rang his home doorbell to tell him personally what his book on self-esteem meant to me personally. I sat on his piano bench for an extended time as we talked about his research.

This book literally changed my life! Read it then read it again. The insights you will gather can change your perspective on life. I have lived with chronic depression my entire life (I'm in my young 40's now, haha) and I am finally able to change my patterns of negative thinking.

Cybernetics for machines, applied to the human mind to help you understand you're basically a machine whose emotions are just feedback.No previous cybernetic understanding necessary, but it does help..

So happy to get original printing and at a good price! Bought several copies for my daughter and friends. To me, this is a valuable aid in understanding how we determine our own level of self-esteem.