How to Heal Oneself and Others (eBook)

William Walker Atkinson (1862–1932) was an influential figure in the early 20th century's New Thought movement, a philosophical system with roots in metaphysical beliefs and mental healing practices. Atkinson was a prolific writer, attorney, and publisher. Though his early career was as a lawyer, a mental and physical breakdown gave way to his profound interest in spiritual and mental healing methods, which led him to the New Thought movement. After his recovery, Atkinson began a phase of voracious literary output, under various pseudonyms including Yogi Ramacharaka and Theron Q. Dumont, reflecting his wide-ranging explorations from self-help to esotericism, and including topics like yoga, reincarnation, and practical psychology. One notable title among his extensive bibliography is 'How to Heal Oneself and Others,' which encapsulates his advocacy for the power of the mind in the process of healing. Atkinson's literary style often combines pragmatic self-improvement advice with deeper philosophical insights, aiming to empower individuals through an understanding of the laws of the mental universe. His works remain influential in the realms of self-help literature and alternative healing practices.