THE modern world is coming to realize the importance of thought in relation to daily life. It is coming to concede that real living is based on true thinking, that all right achievement is the result of progressive thought-processes. Enlightened thought not only lifts the one entertaining it above the common abilities, but also inspires others to strive for like attainment. Each of us has been stirred at one time or another by some brave or loving deed, some glorious accomplishment of good which has given new hope to the human race.
As we have come to see that the quality of a man's thinking not only colors his daily life but actually controls it, we have sought for ways to guide our thinking into healthy channels. This desire for mental and spiritual freedom has resulted in the growth of various mistaken methods of mental therapy, all based on belief in the human or mortal mind as the origin of thought. Such belief leads only to confusion and failure.
Yet it is possible for one so to elevate his habit of thought as to improve his entire standard of health and happiness. In fact, this is exactly what Christian Science teaches one to do—but not through any dependence on erring mortal mind. A Christian Scientist early learns that there is one Mind only, which is God, and therefore always good. This infinitely good Mind is the creator of the perfect spiritual universe, including perfect man, forever protected and controlled by God's infinite wisdom, through spiritual law. This Mind is also the source of all true inspiration, and guides men to a healthy, harmonious, fruitful life.
