New Thought Law - 8. SUBCONSCIOUS PLANE - William Walker Atkinson (1902)

8. THE SUB-CONSCIOUS PLANE -  THE LAW OF NEW THOUGHT: A STUDY OF FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES AND THEIR APPLICATION - William Walker Atkinson (1902) The greater part of our thinking performed along sub‑conscious lines—Illustrations of this fact—The sub‑conscious, the habit plane—Means by which the sub‑conscious mentality is reached—A store‑house of thoughts—A mixture of wisdom and foolishness—How the super‑conscious faculties manifest first along sub‑conscious lines—A reservoir receiving conscious thoughts—The desirability of a clear supplying stream—Auto‑suggestions and affirmations—Did thought originate on the conscious, or sub‑conscious plane?—My views on the subject—Filling the store‑house with proper material—Creating on the thought plane— Our own thoughts, not others—Disease producing on the sub‑conscious plane—Thoughts take form in action—As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.The William Walker Atkinson Podcast delivers a high-quality, full audiobook narration of "The Law of the New Thought: A Study of Fundamental Principles and Their Application" (1902) by William Walker Atkinson. This episode presents the complete classic text in crystal-clear, engaging narration, making one of Atkinson's earliest systematic works on New Thought accessible for modern listeners. Published in 1902 by the Psychic Research Company (Chicago), the book serves as a foundational guide to the New Thought movement, exploring mind's creative power, mental causation, and practical application for personal transformation and spiritual growth.At its core, Atkinson defines New Thought as the ancient yet renewed recognition that mind is supreme: thoughts shape reality, consciousness connects to universal spirit, and conscious alignment with natural laws enables health, prosperity, harmony, and self-realization. Drawing from metaphysical traditions, Atkinson presents a logical framework: thought is force; like attracts like; mind influences body and circumstances; the individual participates in divine oneness. The book blends theory with practice—affirmations, visualization, mental discipline, and ethical living—empowering readers to overcome limitation and manifest higher ideals.Chapter 1: What is the New Thought?Atkinson introduces New Thought as the oldest philosophy reborn in modern form—the belief that mind is the builder of experience. It rejects materialism and dogma, affirming mind's supremacy over matter. New Thought draws from all ages and traditions, emphasizing practical spirituality: health through right thinking, success through mental attitude, and unity with the divine. He contrasts it with old theology, stressing personal responsibility and inner power over external salvation.Chapter 2: Thoughts Are ThingsThoughts are real vibrations in the mental ether. Atkinson explains thought-waves, telepathy, and thought-transference as evidence. Like attracts like: positive thoughts draw positive influences; negative ones attract discord. Thought-aura surrounds each person, affecting and being affected by others. Become positive—fix your keynote of strength—to repel negativity and attract uplifting ideas. The mind is a magnet; protect it by maintaining high vibration.Chapter 3: The Law of AttractionBuilding on Chapter 2, Atkinson details the universal Law of Attraction: mental states attract corresponding realities. Desire, focused thought, and expectancy draw opportunities. He teaches conscious direction: align with abundance, not lack. Practical steps include visualization and affirmation to tune vibration.Chapter 4: Mind BuildingMind is malleable; build it consciously like a house. Atkinson urges replacing negative habits with positive ones through repetition, concentration, and autosuggestion. Cultivate qualities like courage, faith, and optimism. The subconscious stores impressions; feed it empowering thoughts for automatic growth.Chapter 5: The Dweller of the ThresholdThis chapter addresses inner resistance—the "dweller" of fear, doubt, and old patterns blocking progress. Atkinson teaches confronting and transcending it through will and higher realization. Victory over the threshold guardian opens higher consciousness.Chapter 6: Mind and Body Mind rules body; disease often stems from negative thought. Atkinson explains mental healing: affirm wholeness, visualize health, and trust life force. Right thinking restores harmony between mind and body.Chapter 7: The Mind and Its PlanesThe mind operates on multiple planes: conscious, subconscious, superconscious. Atkinson describes levels of awareness, from everyday thought to higher intuition. Access higher planes through meditation and concentration.Chapter 8: The Subconscious PlaneThe subconscious receives and manifests impressions automatically. Train it with positive suggestions; it builds character and attracts conditions. Guard against negative input; use it for healing and manifestation.Chapter 9: The Superconscious FacultiesHigher faculties—intuition, inspiration, cosmic consciousness—emerge when aligned with universal mind. Atkinson teaches accessing them through stillness, faith, and service.Chapter 10: The Soul’s Question  The soul seeks truth, purpose, and union. Atkinson addresses existential questions: Why suffering? What is life's meaning? Answers lie in recognizing oneness with the divine.Chapter 11: The AbsoluteThe Absolute is the ultimate reality—infinite, eternal, unchanging spirit. All manifestation arises from it. Understanding the Absolute brings peace and power.Chapter 12: The Oneness of AllEverything is interconnected; separation is illusion. Recognizing oneness fosters love, compassion, and harmony. Live in unity with all life.Chapter 13: The Immortality of the Soul  The soul is eternal, progressing through experience. Death is transition; immortality is consciousness beyond the physical.Later Chapters (Healing, Ethics, Application)  Subsequent sections cover practical healing, ethical living, service, and daily application—affirmations, gratitude, resilience—to manifest abundance and contribute to the world.This 1902 gem remains relevant for mindset mastery, manifestation, and spiritual awakening. Atkinson's clear prose inspires action: think rightly, live purposefully.Ideal for New Thought explorers, self-help enthusiasts, or daily inspiration. Listen during reflection or routines—unlock mind's potential.#NewThought #WilliamWalkerAtkinson #LawOfNewThought #PositiveThinking #Manifestation #MindPower #ThoughtsAreThings #LawOfAttraction #SelfMastery #SpiritualPhilosophy #AbundanceMindset #Affirmations #MentalHealing #Oneness #ImmortalityOfSoul #NewThoughtMovement #ConsciousCreation #InnerPower #Visualization #Positivity