those who stand in fear of other minds, those who "give in" easily, those who are subject to anxiety or doubt, and those who are in positions of responsibility. People who are in any way negative or passive need to use affirmations more; the ones who are self-confident or unforgiving, need denials more.

Deny the appearance of evil; affirm good. Deny weakness; affirm strength. Deny any undesirable condition and affirm the good you desire. This is what Jesus meant when He said, "Whatever you ask for in prayer, believe [or claim and affirm] that you have received it, and it will be yours" (Mk. 11:24). This is what is meant by the promise: "Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon [or that you stand squarely or firmly upon] I have given to you" (Josh. 1:3).

Practice these denials and affirmations silently in the street, in the car, when you are wakeful during the night, anywhere, everywhere, and they will give you a new, and to you, a strange mastery over external things and over yourself. If there comes a moment when you are in doubt as to what to do, stand still and affirm: God in me is infinite wisdom; I know just what to do. "For I will give you words and a wisdom that none of your opponents will be able to withstand or contradict" (Lk. 21:15). Do not get flustered or anxious but depend fully and trustingly on your principle, and you will be surprised at the sudden inspiration that will come to