The Magic Power of Self-Image Psychology

by Maxwell Maltz

Explains the importance of a positive self-image and suggests ways of developing and maintaining emotional support

Genres: Psychology, Self Help, Nonfiction, Personal Development, Philosophy

216 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1964

About the author

Maxwell Maltz was an American cosmetic surgeon and author of Psycho-Cybernetics, which was a system of ideas that he claimed could improve one's self-image leading to a more successful and fulfilling life.

Reviews

[Anil Swarup · Rating 4 out of 5]

What has been stated is perhaps known to everyone but either we don't realize it sufficiently to adopt it or just ignore it. In this sense, the book appears to be quite useful as it drives home the utility of evolving a self image in a manner that it becomes fulfilling. The author categorically asserts that "the self image is your own conception of the sort of person you are. It is a product of past experiences, successes and failures". And, this "self-image is the foundation stone of our whole personality". He has a solution to offer in the "positive thinking" that "can be used as a kind of crutch for the same old self-image". He even quotes the great English author to drive home his point: "There's only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving; and that is your own self" and the "the most important exploration which faces mankind -and your personality- today is not the exploration of outer space, but the exploration of inner space". There is a clear belief that each individual is unique and, hence, comparisons are odious. The "simple truth is that you are neither 'superior' nor 'inferior' to your fellow human beings."
The book goes on to provide not merely the diagnosis but also a prescription on how to go about improving your self-esteem.

[Ahmad · Rating 4 out of 5]

از خوندن این کتاب خیلی لذت بردم و کلی چیز یاد گردم که سعی میکنم تو زندگی ازش استفاده کنم. خیلی خیلی تشکر میکنم از کسی که این کتاب بهم هدیه داد. بعد از اتمام کتاب بقدری احساس شعف داشتم که در انتهای کتاب نوشتم "بقدری سرشار از عشق و آرامشم که گویی هیچ زمانی در زندگیم اینقدر در صلح نبوده ام".

[Goitsemang · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very mindful book. It served as a reminder of what was in my face all the time. Gave me an indepth perception about myself and the way I see myself.

[东鸣 杨 · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is helpful and it can make you more positive and happier.It is worth reading over and over.

[Moog · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fromm has a perspective that is comforting and empowering (if you can look past his sexist and colonialist ideas from the 1960s). He suggests ways to challenge the anxious, self-critical and self-loathing thoughts that can easily become habitual in this society. Fromm learned his theories from observing patients during his career as a prominent plastic surgeon.

Fromm suggests that the way we imagine ourselves in our mind becomes reality, and so we need to hold a mental image of ourselves in our best moments. Some other ways he writes about to improve our self image are to learn to relax, pursue our own idea of success, be our genuine selves, accept our weaknesses, and be compassionate toward others.

[Helfren · Rating 3 out of 5]

Have been wanting to listen to audiobooks.

You have many images of yourself but it how your picture of yourself that you can picture yourself better. Just because you are carrying the picture, it doesn't mean it is you. The brain tell you what to do based on your past. Your future can only be determined by the action of your present which motivated by the past.

Doing mental boxing with yourself- to win and overwhelm your current unpleasant picture of yourself. Imagine the theater of your mind. You control your fate and your future.

2022

[Joe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this shortly after finishing psycho-cybernetics.

Another great book and following identical principles but when you read something so important it’s good to stuff it into your brain with force to make sure it definitely goes in.

Mindset is critical and one of best ways to influence mindset is through the constructive use of imagination.
Imagination is the key to influencing the subconscious mind which is more powerful than we can fully comprehend.

[Trilok Reddy · Rating 4 out of 5]

powerful book to heal those scars not visible. Following the excercises will ensure you are at your best in the quickest possible time but effort is required.

[vlad popescu · Rating 4 out of 5]

”Cei care au vieți pline nu mănâncă prea mult. Ei se hrănesc cu scopuri meritorii și cu activități interesante. Ei își iau hrana din relațiile cu ceilalți și din sentimentul că fiecare zi este o nouă aventură. Ei se simt bine cu propria lor persoană și dorm liniștiți și fericiți , drept care au nevoie de o cantitate normală de alimente.
Dacă mâncați prea mult și sunteți supraponderal, obiceiul de a mânca exagerat este rezultatul unei neîmpliniri afective, conștiente sau nu.
Mâncați prea mult ca să umpleți un gol în urma unei eșec sau a unei neîmpliniri dintr-un anumit moment al existenței dumneavoastră. Încercați să vă alinați frustrările prin mâncare, numai că așa ceva nu este posibil. ”

[Karen-Leigh · Rating 3 out of 5]

From Simon & Schuster, The Magic Power of Self-Image Psychology is a new way to a bright, full life and a simple yet powerful method for transforming one's life.

The Magic Power of Self-Image Psychology will show you a new way to a bright & full life. And the exercises you must do to unleash the colossal forces in your mind and drive forward to greater prosperity.

[Daisy · Rating 5 out of 5]

will change the way you see yourself and the world around you!

such an insightful read!! It was very easy to read, and the practice exercises solidify the material throughout the book!

[Gunner Metzer · Rating 4 out of 5]

“You can change— but you must be willing to work at change.”

The pretense of this book can be summed up by this sentence. Self Image and Self Esteem are basically the same thing. Work on seeing yourself more positively and it pays off.

[Afshid · Rating 5 out of 5]

کتابی در 15 فصل شگفت انگیز. یکی از کتابهایی است که توصیه می کنم هنگام مواجهه با احساس ناتوانی درونی مطالعه شود و تمرینات آن اجرا گردند

[Priya · Rating 1 out of 5]

The first time waste of 2019. Read when you're sick, you have to be to read and like the nonsense.

[Steven Lewis · Rating 2 out of 5]

“Psycho-Cybernetics” is great but this is a collection of pep talks on various themes. If you’ve read “Psycho-Cybernetics”, skip this.

[Ashkan Safikhani]

Forgive to be free.

[Jeeten Tamang · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice app

[Luiza · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some interesting ideas, but also a lot of old fashioned ideas.

[Supun Wijesundera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Honestly I was having great anxiety before I started reading this book. But this book really made me calm and it assured if I visualise good things they will happen.

[Cristiane Zaninelli]

"A felicidade é um hábito, semelhante ao de escovar os dentes ou lavar o rosto. Você pode adquirir este hábito. "

[Sanjeev · Rating 2 out of 5]

yada yada yada !!!