Manly P. Hall: Positive Thinking

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The Habit of Thinking Constructively: Cultivating the Positive Outlook
(a live lecture by Manly P. Hall in Los Angeles, November 25, 1956)
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"In these rather complicated times, we are all in need of positive thinking, and yet the term has been so abused in the last 25 years, it seems worthwhile to devote some time trying to clarify basic values."
These words were spoken over 60 years ago but remain true to this day - perhaps even more so. If ever we needed a positive outlook and constructive thinking habits, the time is always now. Manly Hall presents a straight forward approach to the problem of the day, with practical and simple solutions for a busy person in the modern era.
* around 10 minutes, there is a Bible quote and these are the references: [Matthew 13:12; 25:29 Luke 12:48, Thomas 41]
40:45 By changing ourselves, we become an inspiration to others; whereas by trying to change others, we only become a nuisance.
1:12:33 It is not the doing of the thing, it is the getting ready to get started to begin to commence doing the thing.
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@ovieoyegwa6153 4 жыл бұрын

when the student is ready, the teacher appears

@classiql 4 жыл бұрын

One of Yoda's best quotes

@ognyena 4 жыл бұрын

You are your own teacher...think about it and everything you've learned so far...

@ronwalker4849 4 жыл бұрын

HITLER, CHURCHILL, STALLIN, LINCOLN, TAUGHT MANY-- ALL EVIL. THINGS ARE NOT ALWAYS WHAT THEY SEEM I FIND MYSELF DISTANCING FROM MANLY HALL BE DEGREES EVERY DAY NOW.

@MrJet2612 3 жыл бұрын

Ron Walker what do you mean?

@nathimathonsi6149 3 жыл бұрын

When the student is truly ready...the teacher disappears.

@CommunityGuidelines 3 жыл бұрын

Mr. Hall is in top form in this lecture. I found myself laughing over and over, because with impeccable wit, he had just exposed one of my personal flaws. Thank you again for sharing these recordings.

@drestone7357 10 ай бұрын

Same

@turinaweemmanueilbenon8193 2 ай бұрын

The journey of self discovery is painfully wonderful and funny. Thank you for this wisdom❤

@Imreallystrong 4 жыл бұрын

MANLY P HALL, AND THE P IS FOR POSITIVE

@Discovery_and_Change 3 жыл бұрын

0:39 when surrounded by problems and taking the attitude of "everything is alright" does not work 0:58 if we know deep inside that our "optimism" isn't grounded in something, we will lack the courage of conviction to believe our own positive affirmations 1:39 having more knowledge is like a double edged sword because it gives us an increased ability in estimating / seeing / noticing more difficulties 2:53 the foundation for our personal security / peace can be found in our emotions 3:09 people who are emotionally constructive are usually constructive on other levels too 3:18 emotions are the mainspring of our attitudes 3:23 our minds seek to justify our emotions and will rationalize / justify what we feel 4:15 positive and durable people move / operate from kindly, constructive, creative emotions

@daktraveler56 4 ай бұрын

I listen to a lecture a day by Mr. Hall. The depth and breadth his intellect astounds me. 😊

@origenofwill1974 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I knew you. But inside I really do. See you are eternal as am I. Thank you for this lovely ride.

@stevancosovic4706 Жыл бұрын

I can't describe the amount of growth and happyness I owe to this man. May you rest in peace brother, your flame of wisdom will continue to enlighten humanity as long as we exist on this planet.

@deetea7016 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing these talks, they help so many of us.

@TupDigital 3 жыл бұрын

I love hearing "these complicated times" used as preface in 1956. Truly a universal concept- who isn't currently living at the supposed apex of existence?

@MrCSRT8 3 жыл бұрын

Every moment is the latest moment of existence, always at the forefront of history.

@joeybassbass 3 жыл бұрын

The true barometer of wisdom/truth is timelessness. When I listen to MPH or Alan Watts... I’m always astounded by how relevant a 50 year old lecture can be.

@origenofwill1974 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I could hear lectures from 1066 AD or 417 AD.. I can by reading

@origenofwill1974 3 жыл бұрын

This is proof God is kind and giving. Allowing us to learn divinity and eternity through technology. His ideals and love hold true within all time. Inside of me and you

@jmonie02 2 жыл бұрын

Timeless wisdom

@avwarrior 4 жыл бұрын

What a brilliant mind, a conduit of truth and an inspiring voice always

@ftwhardnz 3 жыл бұрын

Wise words son 😂

@mordie31 Жыл бұрын

@@ftwhardnz don’t call me son, friend! 😂

@My_Alchemical_Romance 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for passing these on to those who are searching!

@trevormcleod45 4 жыл бұрын

This is a form of meditation for me. Thank you Uncle Manly! 😇

@112jungle 4 жыл бұрын

Changed my life his lectures

@trevormcleod45 4 жыл бұрын

@@112jungle 100% Bro

@7starlightempire8 4 жыл бұрын

Me too

@jkenmiller 3 жыл бұрын

Different breed of man Manly P Hall

@amberrose6978 3 жыл бұрын

There, papa. I found a philosopher to be my new therapist! For all I know his spirit is with me. ^•^ words of wisdom are a major key in life. More important than gold!

@marselisscott6702 Жыл бұрын

One of the greatest minds of all time!

@112jungle 4 жыл бұрын

Christmas comes early. Thank you for the upload.

@savxgestevenlestrom6164 4 жыл бұрын

Food for thoughts, it was a great breakfast in my case . Thank you 🙏 so much.....

@robertburnett5561 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Truth is what I need. False problems...what I do.

@jamesmac6353 4 жыл бұрын

When you believe in your own Positivity you become healthier.

@bronsomccor2642 Жыл бұрын

Love manly p hall

@Pentapus1024 3 жыл бұрын

Whoa... the bit that starts 53:00 -ish minutes in (aside from joining any sort of group, blech!) is too close to home. In my defense, I'm ready to admit my guilt in this regard. I think about myself nearly 24/7 and it's almost entirely negative. Anxiety, guilt, disgust, dread, regret etcetera. Granted, my situation is pretty fucked up and I've got plenty to worry about, but I obsess over the possibility of disaster and/or embarrassment. The only things that help are reading and listening to audiobooks, rockhounding and muh cats. All of those are very solitary endeavors. But goddamnit I'm not into socializing and my line of work is taking care of an elderly brat. Ah, well. I very much appreciate and enjoy these lectures. Mr Hall is like a grandfather wizard figure. Very cool

@radutomas1957 2 жыл бұрын

Just discovered Manly here and I love his clarity

@Cosmokrat_11 7 ай бұрын

The lips of wisdom are closed except to the ear of understanding.

@Crackerbarrelkid56 4 жыл бұрын

Manly always speaks of me. I love Manly P. Hall the #1 scholar imo. I a Bodihisattva am thankful to M.P.H

@nolimitsouljaboyluv2life Жыл бұрын

This man was in tune with the devine he was blessed with understanding observing and bringing awareness tio his methods

@0utlawjase1 Жыл бұрын

This guy drops truth bombs like a boss, thank you for your videos

@artifactis 2 жыл бұрын

Abundance, quality, integrity and most of all humility.

@MARYJOEBETHELBALDUR 4 жыл бұрын

So Nice to hear this tonite

@carmin1999 Жыл бұрын

Mr. DANE WIGGINGTON comes to mind. The challenge of knowing and the burden of doing something about it. Hats off to Manly and his pragmatism and goodwill!

@vajraman2067 2 жыл бұрын

Manly is correct @7:42 when he says quoting the Bible: For those that have, more shall be given unto him and for those who have, not more shall be taken away" Those lines are actually stating: You get what you constantly, emotionally and mentally concentrate on. If its positive more positivity results, negative-negativity results, The mind & emotions combined and aligned is key. It is possible to have positive thoughts while still feeling, worried, anxious and doubtful, so the emotions are a key component. So if you don't feel all happy and positive and certain...at least try to be mentally & emotionally calm. From sustained calmness all the other positive emotions and thoughts will come. Research Shamatha-Vipassana meditation practice.

@eagleeye182 2 жыл бұрын

That`s not true. In fact, positive thinking is bullshit and it has already led millions of people astray. Nothing will change if you only think positively.

@rodneysammons5544 Жыл бұрын

@ 40:00 Shocked at the change as in A Christmas Carol when Scroge had been shown the sad story of his life by the gosts of the past, and woke up changed and happy on Christmas day, and his house helper was in disbelife and terrified.

@ManlyHallSociety Жыл бұрын

Great example to illustrate the point, thank you.

@ahmadkazemi8728 Жыл бұрын

I thought and studied and learned and observed and....... and realized that I am the center of the universe, me me me . I can demolish anyone discussing any subject, after listening to this lecture , I realized that oh my god I am self centered, as of now ، I do my best to change for the better, that's my new challenge.

@backINdaROOM Жыл бұрын

Take lessons with Vernon Howard. ✌️🌸

@MrAtomicDon 3 жыл бұрын

i wasn't aware of Manly P. Hall until earlier today, the last day of 2020, as a good man recommended MPH to me & i am glad he did!

@SEP7EMBER10 3 жыл бұрын

Spend some time on his Work... There is so much available & It’s all gold!

@goldenpeanuts9 3 жыл бұрын

@@SEP7EMBER10 !

@thedavesiknow4598 3 жыл бұрын

@@SEP7EMBER10 I have a long lost 9/10 friend💜 In fond memory, to you I say, "hello and have a lovely day." 🙂

@terryrustad1800 Жыл бұрын

Excellent 💫

@dannymathis7275 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant!! Thank You!

@stanleykaim4175 3 жыл бұрын

The last fifteen minutes was said perfectly. It all was really but the last fifteen minutes WOW!!

@kbernieshoW 3 жыл бұрын

The individual that has nothing more to think about than himself, has nothing to think about...

@goldenpeanuts9 3 жыл бұрын

@lamontebritt2210 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate truth.

@robertveal8116 2 жыл бұрын

True wisdom from Mr. Hall. I needed to hear this today. Thank you!

@ther6989 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent audio quality as compared to most other MPH vids on YT.

@wegapaul3616 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting!

@finishstrong7823 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent!!!!

@11th888 Жыл бұрын

So good!! Glad it made it too my life right now. ❤

@LauraVolpintesta 4 жыл бұрын

ThANK You só much

@jmonie02 2 жыл бұрын

So amazing

@princeamu 3 жыл бұрын

Yea I really needed this. Feeling so confused and this helped. Thx

@yvetterainey6571 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@donaldwynecoop1281 3 жыл бұрын

You may think that it is difficult to Be Positive. In my experience as a sufferer of mental illness it is harder, at times much harder, to be negative.

@MrAtomicDon 3 жыл бұрын

LIFE CHANGING! wow...wOw...WOW!!

@stanguz1006 Жыл бұрын

Thank you....

@schex86 Жыл бұрын

It may not be that we can change others' perspectives of ourselves in 24 hours for we may have spent 20 years showing to others we were not desirable. But if we believe in our own change and are consistent we can perhaps in 6 months

@AminJones 3 жыл бұрын

Brene Brown, power of vulnerability; compliments it well.

@skaboosh 4 ай бұрын

Times are considerably more complicated now, imo

@Granite Жыл бұрын

thanks

@nikhilnicky9470 2 жыл бұрын

To each one you must reach one and teach one ✌️

@dorfzorn8067 4 жыл бұрын

Truth..to light the Dark .....

@DeeJJ87 3 жыл бұрын

It's amazing how the constitution of a child can determine the karma energy they will deal with later in life.

@sinisterminister4201 2 жыл бұрын

"Only the epicurean pessimist gets one hundred per cent out of life. All things build a road to his door." -Benjamin DeCasseres

@marcolas1982 4 жыл бұрын

Somebody should redo this lecture with fire smoldering in the background.

@michaelcrum5831 4 жыл бұрын

Some people want the most unreasonable things....🤯

@nathanraaths5953 Жыл бұрын

Agreed, and I have the things to show lo

@lucifersdiamond Жыл бұрын

If any person understands the words of MPH, how do they affect his life and his attitudes towards others, his patience, and tolerance for those with less understanding? I have known possibly one man whose actions and life showed that he believed in something more than this world, although he never spoke of his beliefs, and he had an easy way of showing an incorrect attitude or reaction while also allowing me to reach the same conclusion myself, and without judgment or shame. That was over 20 years ago. I'm wondering now if it was just me who didn't take offense at correction, even though everyone loved him.

@DaleKallio-jk9wo 5 ай бұрын

The big question then..how do we create hope?

@Gringoworld 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to hear manly speak on mask wearing and behaviors in 2020 🧐Great session.

@dinorivera9153 4 жыл бұрын

Nailed it! Lol

@ALAR523 3 жыл бұрын

Hi all, Manly mentions a book(?) at the end of that lecture: Right thinking and solving psychic problems. Does anyone know where to find it? I could not. I thank you in advance.

@stephenvis 3 жыл бұрын

They are two separate books. Psychic problems and Right thinking: the royal road to health. Both can be found on Amazon. Ask if you need more help

@fortitude120 3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenvis thank you

@abedhalawani5634 3 жыл бұрын

A question to the right people to answer! Was the philosopher MPH here talking or the Mason MPH and what’s the difference?

@ManlyHallSociety 3 жыл бұрын

Mr. Hall actually spoke more about Freemasonry in his early years before he was officially initiated. This one was after that, so I would suggest it is the philosopher talking. Sounds reversed, but after he was raised, there were 'secrets' he could no longer speak about publicly.

@wrdsmf Жыл бұрын

Is this lecture available for purchase through the website

@ManlyHallSociety Жыл бұрын

Yes, its on the website: www.manlyhallsociety.com/product-page/the-habit-of-thinking-constructively-mp3-audio

@wrdsmf Жыл бұрын

@@ManlyHallSociety Thanks!

@billzepp69 Жыл бұрын

🙂

@zeloradbispal5372 2 жыл бұрын

Has anyone successfully reprogrammed him self? Any additional pointers?

@shamaniccolonic777 Жыл бұрын

I've made great strides using psychedelics, especially ayahuasca. They help you unravel trauma & psychological barriers you have put up throughout life. The unraveling can be both conscious & subconscious, either way you're going to feel like a new man. They help you relax/surrender enough to blast through barriers you likely aren't even aware of. Of course they aren't for everyone, but I'd say if you enjoy dreaming then you'll love ayahuasca! It's also very easy to make yourself! While a shaman/facilitator can help you immensely I don't believe they're necessary as long as you are honest & open with yourself! In my case I couldn't cry for around a decade from 13-23yo. It felt like all my pain was converted to anger & self-centered indignation before I had a chance to face it. Now I know how to flow with life, redirect negative energy coming at me & relax into change. My mind & soul feel more at home in my body than ever before. Every facet of my intelligence has been dramatically increased, I'm the most curious person I've ever met now & I can honestly say I love myself which was I was never taught was okay/possible!! Above all else it's just very soothing once you develop a relationship with the teacher & yourself! It takes 90% of "AHHHHHHH!" out of life. Wishing you the best, especially if you decide to walk down this path. Have courage my friend. Nature rewards courage.

@shamaniccolonic777 Жыл бұрын

Mindfulness & deep breathing are also incredibly effective if you can relax into them.

@jameshadaway8621 3 жыл бұрын

it is in what they do, ofcourse the poor are the easy target, so now that has given the establishment the problem for their solution, and people go through life inbittered and blind, the establishment play games were as the human heart is spirit, it can't be broken by material or selfish peoples opinions, but don't forget, all by design.

@brahimd8683 3 жыл бұрын

👍

@Boylieboyle 3 ай бұрын

Why the 'last 25 years' specifically, I wonder?

@MrSpudguncat 3 жыл бұрын

40:45

@drmindriot 3 жыл бұрын

Who does Manly refer to when he says: "We find this an interesting subject." ?

@ManlyHallSociety 3 жыл бұрын

Mr. Hall mostly spoke in 1st person plural, probably referring to the Philosophical Research Society. Unless he was giving his personal opinion or relaying biographical information about himself, he generally avoided saying "I" - most likely to avoid a cult of personality or guru status. Great question!

@AnnaLVajda 3 жыл бұрын

"We" refers to those who find it an interesting subject including himself.

@user-of7ny8vg8e 3 жыл бұрын

Ghostemane - Andromeda ?

@nderstine 2 жыл бұрын

1:10:25

@grahamkane2993 3 жыл бұрын

Personal grouth is wonderful. But you can eat it or smoke it.

@dennisooki 2 жыл бұрын

7:15💪 11:18 14:47 16:50 man is born man dies 19:57

@donspreader5762 Жыл бұрын

Sorry Only Do Humans get out of oshea mouth

@shamaniccolonic777 Жыл бұрын

Everything he has said here is 100% true. Though I can't help but wonder why he had so many unhappy abusive people around him in his life. It seems like he was a great & terrible judge of character. Maybe he had a savior complex & people took advantage of that?

@ManlyHallSociety Жыл бұрын

There is no doubt Mr. Hall wanted to help humanity, both individually and collectively. Hall attracted a diverse cast of characters, some luminaries, some crazies, and all others in between. Yes, it's likely that a few sought to take advantage of his good will. Thank you for the comment!