by Napoleon Hill
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Some years later Rafael flew from San Juan to Chicago to ask the authors to hold a three-evening PMA seminar at San Juan. It was then that Rafael told us his story of that eventful night in his life.
We were inspired by his story and particularly also by the fact that since he had been granted his life, he was trying to make good on his promise to help others. We flew to San Juan to conduct the seminar.
While we were in San Juan, Rafael introduced us to the chief surgeon who had been with him all that night, and the doctor confirmed Rafael's story. During the course of the conversation we asked Rafael, "What was the name of the book that influenced you in your hour of need?" Rafael replied:
"I had read many inspirational books, but I believe the thoughts that went through my mind that night were primarily from Science and Health, With Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy."
As proved by Rafael, inspirational books are tremendously instrumental in changing lives. And there is no book with more inspiration and motivation than the Bible. The Bible has changed the lives of more persons than any other book. It has helped countless thousands to develop physical, mental, and moral health. Reading the Bible has developed a greater understanding of Its truths in many persons and caused them to draw closer to their own church. This is because the Bible has motivated them to positive action.
An inspirational book like the one you are now reading can also motivate you. It can be the catalyst which starts you on the road to desirable, positive action and success.
Use a book as a catalyst. The dictionary defines a catalyst in physical chemistry as a substance that causes or accelerates a chemical reaction. The dictionary further states that an anti-catalyst, or negative catalyst, retards a reaction.
The authors recommend that you use good inspirational books as positive catalysts to accelerate your progress toward achievement of true success in life. And they hasten to warn that you choose such catalysts with care. In Chapter 22 of this book, entitled "The Amazing Power of a Bibliography," you will find listed many books which the authors guarantee can act as positive catalysts in your life ? if you are ready.
Martin J. Kohe in his book Your Greatest Power tells of a British regiment that used the 91st Psalm as a catalyst to aid them not just to achieve a material goal, but for the very preservation of life itself.
Kohe wrote: "F. L. Rawson, noted engineer and one of England's greatest scientists, in his book, Life Understood, gives an account of a British regiment under control of Colonel Whitlesey, which
served in the World War for more than four years without losing a man. This unparalleled record was made possible by means of active cooperation of officers and men in memorizing and repeating regularly the words of the 91st Psalm, which has been called the Psalm of Protection."
Protection of your life can also be accomplished by protecting your health. And, let there be no misunderstanding about it! Your health is one of your most valuable assets. Many a man today would be more than willing to trade his wealth for good health.
"I'd rather have my health than his money!" It is said that a healthy, ambitious eighteen-year-old clerk in a produce firm in Cleveland, Ohio, developed a major definite aim of becoming the world's richest man. At the age of fifty-seven he retired on doctor's orders. Like many American businessmen, he had it ? stomach ulcers and shot nerves! In addition, he was a hated man. "I'd rather have my health than his money," many said. John K. Winkler tells the story in John D., a Portrait in Oils.
Can money buy physical and mental health, a longer life ? and the esteem of your fellowmen? When John D. Rockefeller retired from active business, his major definite aims were to develop a healthy body, maintain a healthy mind, live a long life and later, to win the esteem of his fellowmen. Could money buy these? It did! Here's how Rockefeller did it and what it can mean to you: Rockefeller:
? Attended the Baptist Church sendees every Sunday and took notes to learn the principles that he might apply daily.
? Slept eight hours every night and took short naps every day. And through rest he avoided harmful fatigue.
? Took a bath or shower every day. He was neat and clean in his appearance.
? Moved to Florida to a climate conducive to his good health and longevity.
? Lived a well-balanced life. For fresh air and sunshine were absorbed while he daily engaged in his favorite outdoor sport ? g°lf- And indoor games, reading, and other wholesome activities were enjoyed with regularity.
